About Ben
- Native of Cokato, MN
- Married to Lindy since 2001
- Father of three amazing children
- Attends River Valley Church in Shakopee
- Former amateur baseball player
- Volunteer with Jordan Faith Clubs & River Valley Church
EDUCATION
- Graduate of University of Northwestern-St. Paul with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Bible
- Minnesota State-Mankato with a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership
- Saint Mary’s University for K-12 Principal Licensure
CAREER
- Professional experience in public and private education
- Experience as a custodian, paraprofessional, teacher, coach, assistant principal, and building principal
- Only current school administrator serving our State Government
Ben’s Common Sense Solutions to the Issues We Face
Strong Families
- Property Tax Relief
- Social Security tax exemption
- Accountability toward spending
- Nursing home assistance
Strong Communities
- Direct public safety aid for communities.
- Recruit and improve law enforcement training.
- Authored “Keep it Clean” Bill to protect Minnesota Lakes.
Strong Schools
- Chief authored the GOP education bill giving schools funding and flexibility to meet local needs.
- Invested in mental health services and helping kids learn to read.
- Supported students, parents, and all professionals working in schools.