I am honored to endorse Milind Sohoni, the current chair of the Wayzata School Board, to continue representing students, teachers, staff, and parents of the Wayzata school district. He has done a wonderful job keeping the district informed about the positive student achievements in their academic and extra-curricular successes over the past four years. His enthusiasm and joy surrounding the importance of education is contagious.  He makes people want to champion the district.

Milind has proven his commitment with strong leadership and a dedicated work ethic.  Not only has he chaired the school board, but he serves as board director of the Minnesota School Boards Association, advisor on the Unified Boards Alliance of the Consortium of State School Boards Association, vice chair of the Plymouth Charter Commission and is on the Board of Trustees of the Minnesota School Districts Liquid Asset Fund. We couldn’t ask for a more dedicated public servant.

Milind leaves a legacy in his own right, his two children attended Wayzata High School, were outstanding debaters, and have served the broader educational community with distinction.  Milind and his wife, Amita, personally sponsor an annual scholarship for a student who excels in debate.   In order to advance the needs of all students, Sohoni plans to advocate for more funding for students with learning disabilities, transparency in allowing district residents to make informed choices, addressing the shortage of classroom space, and improving class sizes.

Milind Sohoni’s background as a first-generation immigrant with a doctorate in chemistry from the University of Cincinnati, and an MBA in strategic management from the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota have given him empathy for diverse populations, and the leadership skills necessary to advance Wayzata’s excellent reputation.  I believe in his compassion, skill, and drive to lead us into the future!