Minnesota Department of Education

Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) is a state agency of Minnesota. Its headquarters are in Minneapolis.

Commissioners

Commissioners are appointed by the governor and serve at the governor's pleasure. Confirmation by the Minnesota Senate is required.

1. Howard B. Casmey (1970–1981)
2. John J. Feda (1981–1983)
3. Ruth Randall (1983–1989)
4. Tom Nelson (1990–1991)
5. Gene Mammenga (1991–1993)
6. Linda Powell (1993–1995)
7. Bruce H. Johnson (1995–1996)
8. Robert J. Wedl (1996–1999)
9. Christine Jax (1999–2003)
10. Cheri Yecke (2003–2004)
11. Alice Seagren (2004–2011)
12. Brenda Cassellius (2011–2019)
13. Mary Cathryn Ricker (2019–2021)
14. Heather Mueller (2021–2023)
15. Willie Jett (2023–present)

<small>Source: Minnesota Legislative Reference Library</small>

See also

• Minnesota social services frauds

References

External links

• Minnesota Department of Education