Call for Board Nominations 2026

Aim Academy of Science & Technology will hold its 2026 Annual Board of Directors election on May 15, 2026. The election will take place during the Annual Parent Night in the school library to encourage strong participation from parents and family members. We are now soliciting nominations for the following seat:

• 1 Parent Representative seat (up for re-election)

We encourage all families with currently enrolled students to consider running for this position.

Instructions for using the nomination form

Use the nomination form to submit nominations. Please seek permission from each person you wish to nominate. You may nominate yourself as well. Return the completed nomination form to the school office or email it to admin@aimacademymn.org by May 5, 2026. Note: sooner is better.

A final list of all candidates will be shared after the nomination period closes.

Schedule for the 2026 election

• Now – May 5: Call for nominations shared with families and staff and posted on the school website. Nominations are accepted during this period.
• May 5: Deadline for nominations to be returned to the school office or emailed to admin@aimacademymn.org.
• After May 5: Final list of all candidates shared with families in the newsletter and on the school website.
• May 15: Board election held during the Annual Parent Night in the school library. Voting ends at 8:00 PM. Votes are tallied and recorded.
• June 17: Election results announced at the regular board meeting.
• Before July 1: Newly elected board member completes required new board member training before being seated.
• July 1: New Parent Representative’s term begins.

Questions

If you have any questions about the election process, please contact Mr. Ahmed.

General information

Who is eligible to serve on the Board of Directors?

Parents, community members, and licensed teachers employed by Aim Academy are eligible for board membership. This year’s open seat is the Parent Representative seat, which is open to parents and legal guardians of students currently enrolled at Aim Academy.

What is expected of Board Members?

Each Board Member is responsible for governing the school as a collective body and for actively participating in the committee work of the Aim Academy Board of Directors. Newly elected members must complete required training before being seated.

Are there particular skills that you are looking for?

We hope to attract people with strong professional and communication skills as well as strong ties to the community. Experience in one or more of the following is a plus: education, fundraising, facilities, finance, human resources, community service, strategy, nonprofits, and board governance. We are looking for people who believe in our school, our philosophy and mission, and the educational opportunity that Aim Academy provides children in the Minneapolis, Minnesota area. We want to work with those who are willing to commit their time, energy, talent, and resources to giving Aim Academy students the best possible educational experience.

What makes the ideal Aim Academy Board Member?

The Aim Academy Board seeks outstanding individuals who have a desire to improve student achievement. Good members seek to develop their skills over time through experience and ongoing training. The following is a list of qualities for prospective board candidates:

• Motivated to improve student achievement
• Trustworthy and honors commitments
• Believes in the school’s mission and vision
• Team member with the ability to work collaboratively with other board members
• Respects diverse perspectives
• Committed to the school and wants to help guide it toward success
• Ability to make decisions
• Willing and able to spend time on school board issues

How do I nominate someone to serve?

Get their permission and submit a Nomination Form.

Can I nominate myself?

Absolutely!

The Board of Directors normally meets the third Wednesday of every month at Aim Academy in the conference room, calling to order at 5:00 p.m. Meetings are open to everyone in accordance with the Open Meeting Law. Public comments are welcomed at a designated time on the agenda.

Candidate nomination form

Seat: Parent Representative

All candidates must be nominated using the nomination form. Nomination forms should be submitted to the school office or emailed to admin@aimacademymn.org by May 5, 2026.

Minnesota law provides strict conflict of interest rules for charter school board members. If you have a business relationship or an immediate family relationship with any current charter school board member, you will be unable to serve on that same charter school board. Please contact any member of the board if you have questions about conflict of interest.

See Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 124E (Charter Schools), including sections 124E.07 and 124E.14, for board composition and conflict of interest requirements.