Legislative Action Committee
Advocating for Our Students and Community
The Legislative Action Committee (LAC) brings together community members who care deeply about strong public schools and effective advocacy for students. Established by the Edina School Board in Fall 2018, the LAC is a non-partisan group focused on monitoring and engaging in issues that impact education across Minnesota and within Edina Public Schools.
By staying informed on state and local policy, collaborating with local leadership, and helping elevate the voices of our community, the committee works to ensure that decisions made in and beyond the classroom continue to support the success and well-being of each and every student.
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Goals of the LAC
Develop Priorities
Recommend legislative positions to the school board that support the mission of Edina Public Schools.
Inform Our Community
Share approved legislative priorities and updates with the school board and the broader community.
Coordinate Advocacy
Coordinate advocacy across the district and engage legislators to advance board-approved priorities.
Our Committee Members
The Legislative Action Committee includes school board members, district leadership, and Edina Public Schools students. Student members bring valuable perspectives, helping the committee understand how policies and legislative decisions affect students and schools.
- 11th Grade EHS Student
Aditi Jha
- 12th Grade EHS Student
Alvi Buzar Barua
- 9th Grade EHS Student
Andy Allocco
- 12th Grade EHS Student
Anushka Narielwala
- 10th Grade EHS Student
Atticus Sigmund
- Board Member
- LAC Chair
Dan Arom
- Superintendent
Dr. Daniel Bittman
- 10th Grade EHS Student
Grace Frenkel
- 12th Grade EHS Student
Hannah Hein
- 12th Grade EHS Student
Helen Chu
- 12th Grade EHS Student
Katelin Seward
- 10th Grade EHS Student
Layla Scoll
- 10th Grade EHS Student
Liz Gabler
- Board Member
Michael Birdman
- Community Member
Michael Hart
- 11th Grade EHS Student
Nasteha Abdiaziz
- 9th Grade EHS Student
Nathan Gotte
- 9th Grade EHS Student
Nicholas Gotte
- LAC Department Specialist
Polly Bowles
- 11th Grade EHS Student
Suhana Suthaharan
LAC Calendar
The Legislative Action Committee meets throughout the year to discuss legislative priorities, coordinate advocacy efforts, and engage with policymakers. View upcoming meetings and events on the calendar below.
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Sunday, April 26
Monday, April 27
Tuesday, April 28
Wednesday, April 29
Thursday, April 30
Friday, May 1
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Thursday, May 28
Friday, May 29
Saturday, May 30
Sunday, May 31
Monday, June 1
Tuesday, June 2
Wednesday, June 3
Thursday, June 4
Friday, June 5
Saturday, June 6
Current Legislative Platform
The Legislative Action Committee works with the school board to develop legislative priorities that support the mission of Edina Public Schools. All priorities and related advocacy efforts require school board approval.
Stabilize Education Financing
Mental Health Support for Students and Staff
Ensure Safe School Facilities
Increased Support for Special Education and Multilingual Learners
Address Educator Workforce Shortage
Provide Support for Greater CTE Programming
Ensure Sustainable and Modern School Facilities
Get Involved
Community members interested in the Legislative Action Committee can contact us to learn about current opportunities or apply to join the committee when applications open each school year, typically beginning in April. Parents and community members who live in the district, along with Edina High School students, are encouraged to apply. View the application process below.
Apply
Complete the LAC Member Application during the open application period.
Interview
Selected applicants will participate in interviews with current LAC leadership.
Selection
Applicants will be notified if they are recommended to serve on the upcoming LAC term.
Approval
Recommended members are presented to the board for discussion and approval.
Join the LAC Mailing List
Stay up to date on Legislative Action Committee news and opportunities. Fill out the form linked below to join the LAC mailing list.
