Why I'm running...
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I was incredibly fortunate to grow up in Minnesota, a state that has prioritized and valued public education, and I wouldn't be where I am today without the incredible efforts of those who came before me. I simply want to continue those efforts so my children, and all our children, have the same opportunities I was afforded. I am running because I am passionate about public education, I am passionate about supporting our students and families, and passionate about the incredible efforts our staff and teachers make every day.
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About Zach
Experience you can count on...
*Zach is a Dad: Father of three girls, all of whom attend school in 742 at Madison Elementary.
*A "professional listener": Zach is a Licensed Mental Health Provider, currently working for CentraCare Health as a Psychotherapist in both out-patient and correctional settings. Prior to his current role, Zach worked for the MN Dept of Corrections at the St. Cloud Correctional Facility, and as a counselor at Central Minnesota Mental Health Center. Before becoming a licensed therapist, Zach worked in the telecommunications industry, working with land-use, zoning, and environmental regulation compliance.
*Legislative experience at the State level: Zach is a Former MN State Reprsentative who served as Vice-Chair of the Higher Educattion Committe, and helped pass one of the largest funding increases in public education in recent history, including expanding all-day Kindergarten.
*Long-standing local connections: Zach is a Graduate of St. Cloud State University, where he earned his B.A. in Community Development, and M.S. in Counseling Psychology. Zach is also part-owner of a local restaurant, and knows the impacts our schools have on small businesses.
*Well-rounded experience: Zach currently serves on the board of the Independent Music Collaborative of Central Minnesota, and on occasion, still plays music when he gets a chance. Zach has also served on the boards of various non-profits, including; WACOSA, The Central Minnesota Sustainability Project, Civility In Politics, and Our Stories Our Health.