Ensuring every student receives the Mahtomedi experience.

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I'm Erica Engelbert-Hensel, a proud parent to my daughter beginning kindergarten at Wildwood Elementary this fall. I moved to Willernie from Roseville with my husband Shawn in 2019, and have been working directly with the Mahtomedi community for over 7 years. With my communications background, and a long-term invested interest in our schools, I am ecstatic to continue serving the families of our district, and to learn more about you!

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My Promises

Supporting our incredible students, teachers & staff.

There are numerous studies showcasing the importance of positive teacher-student relationships. Ensuring our educators are supported is key to a happy classroom. Both our staff and students deserve a respectful learning environment that promotes growth and self-confidence. I also believe our exceptional students should be encouraged and welcomed to share their ideas for our district and their futures.

I promise to be present, to listen, and to never stop learning.

Community Trust

After moving to the district in 2019, I quickly learned how much pride our community has in our schools. I have spent the past 7 years working in the heart of Mahtomedi, where I have been lucky enough to meet so many of our amazing families, students, and staff of our schools. I want to serve the people of Mahtomedi because they are the heart of this community.

I promise to uphold the dignity of our district and serve our community with tenacity.

Invested Interest

As a proud parent of a new Zephyr, the success of the next generation is incredibly important to me. I want each and every student to feel welcome, safe, and supported so they can pursue their dreams post-graduation. Whether that path leads them to attend college, open a small business. or travel the world. I believe we owe it to our students to supply them with the tools needed to become innovative, collaborative, and ethical global citizens.

I promise to invest in the future of all Mahtomedi students, and make sure our families feel heard and supported.

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About Me

After graduating from Roseville High School in 2009, I received my Bachelors of Science in Communications from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. While completing my degree, I served on numerous executive board positions and worked with the campus TV station. After working at a family-owned bank for six years, I decided to combine creativity with my passion for people and became an Advanced Practice Esthetician & Makeup Artist, and have never looked back!

My Husband Shawn and I were married in White Bear Lake in 2018, and fell in love with the Mahtomedi area while planning our wedding. After purchasing our first home in Willernie, I became part of the Jessie Tomme Salon, right in the heart of downtown Mahtomedi in 2019. Since then, I have had the absolute pleasure of getting to know the parents, students, and staff of our district. From back to school eyebrow waxes, to doing makeup for senior photos or prom, I have seen how intelligent, articulate, and capable the students of Mahtomedi are.

I believe that the building blocks of confidence, individuality, and success begin in early childhood. Hands-on learning, minimal screen-time, and daily reading have always been fundamental in our household. You will often find our family exploring outdoors, or stopping by Wildwood Library. Every single student should feel supported by a school board that leads by example, advocates for their educators, and promotes unity. A vote for me is a vote for someone who will advocate for your children as I would my own daughter.