School District 197, in the West St. Paul - Mendota Heights - Eagan area, is committed to providing a challenging educational environment that:

     - Instills in each student a lifelong passion for learning
     - Empowers all students to achieve their personal goals and academic potential
     - Prepares them to be responsible citizens in an interconnected world

We are close-knit community of schools located just minutes south of both Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minn., serving nearly 4,800 students in all or parts of the communities of Eagan, Inver Grove Heights, Lilydale, Mendota, Mendota Heights, Sunfish Lake and West St. Paul. 

Learn more about the eight excellent schools that make up District 197 and the programming, teachers, and more that make them special at www.isd197.org.

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School District 197 (West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan, MN)

School District 197 (West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan, MN)'s headquarters in Mendota Heights, MN, United States

Peter Olson-Skog

Bill Larsen

Sara Lein

Timecka Sanchez-Michaels

Miles Lawson

Necole Berglund

Rachel Johnston

Malika Sadi-Goodman

Kevin Sheridan

Sara Blair

The Teaching Staff at School District 197 consists of dedicated professionals specializing in various fields, such as mathematics, social studies, physical education, early intervention, and special education. This team is committed to delivering a high-quality educational experience that fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and responsible citizenship among nearly 4,800 students across the district. Their diverse expertise ensures a comprehensive and inclusive learning environment tailored to meet the unique needs of each student.

Teaching Staff

The Coaching and Coordination Team at School District 197 is dedicated to enhancing educational quality and student achievement through specialized support and program development. This team includes instructional peer coaches, athletic coaches (JV Girls and Boys Tennis), and debate coaches, who provide targeted mentorship and coaching to students. Additionally, the curriculum and gifted education coordinators work to develop and oversee advanced academic programs, ensuring all students have access to challenging learning opportunities. The special education coordinator ensures that students with diverse learning needs receive appropriate support, while the educational equity coordinator focuses on fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Finally, the district assessment, data, and curriculum coordinator handles data-driven decision making to continually improve educational outcomes across the district.

Coaching and Coordination

The Communications Team at School District 197 is responsible for managing and disseminating information to effectively communicate the district's initiatives, achievements, and events. They handle internal and external communications, including press releases, newsletters, social media, and the district website. This team plays a crucial role in enhancing community engagement, promoting the district's values, and keeping families, staff, and the public informed about important developments within the district.

School District 197 (West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan, MN)

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Teams

Teaching Staff

Coaching and Coordination

Communications Team

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School District 197 (West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan, MN)

Org chart

Teams

Teaching Staff

Coaching and Coordination

Communications Team

Offices

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