Board of Education welcomes new member, elects 2025 leadership

The Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education begins 2025 with new leadership and a fresh addition to its ranks.

During its annual organizational meeting on Jan. 6, 2025, the board welcomed Director Aviva Hillenbrand, who joins as a newly elected member following her victory in the November election. Returning directors Helen Bassett and Greta Evans-Becker also took the ceremonial oath of office to continue their service after being re-elected.

The meeting included the election of board officers for the year. Evans-Becker was named Board Chair, with Director Caroline Long elected as Vice Chair. Director ReNae Bowman was chosen as Clerk, and Hillenbrand assumed the role of Treasurer.

Visit the Rdale website for more information about the November election. To view a recording of the Jan. 6 meeting, visit the district Granicus page.

(Photo: From Left, Superintendent Dr. Teri Staloch, and Directors Helen Bassett, Greta Evans-Becker, and Aviva Hillenbrand.)