Welcome

Hello! I'm Catherine Diamond, mother of 3 elementary school students, Eagan resident, current member of the ISD 196 School Board, and eager partner in keeping our schools positive, inclusive spaces for all students, teachers and communities to learn and grow together!

Ready to join me? Volunteer here

Ways To Get Involved

If you agree that ISD 196 is heading in the right direction and want to help us stay on course, there are many ways you can help!

VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

Donate Money

I'm raising funds to:

Print flyers
Create lawn signs
Produce informational materials

Donate Time

You're invited to:

Door knock in our neighborhoods
Attend community events with me
Host a gathering for me to introduce myself to your friends and neighbors - I'll do the talking!

Cheer Us On

Please spread the word:

Tell a neighbor or friend about who I am and how I support ISD 196
Put a lawn sign out front
Share a flyer or two with people you meet

My Vision

I believe that strong public schools are the heart of a thriving community. My vision is to ensure ISD 196 remains a school district where every student feels supported, challenged, and celebrated. I’m committed to nurturing not only academic excellence, but the health and wellness of our students and staff—because when minds and bodies are healthy, learning flourishes.

I will foster genuine collaboration between families, educators, and the community, working side by side to ensure our schools reflect the values and aspirations of our friends and neighbors.

Grounded in data-driven decision making, I will advocate for policies and practices informed by evidence, transparency, and measurable outcomes. This commitment ensures that we respond effectively to the needs of our students.

Together, we can create learning environments that empower our students to succeed and inspire us all. Let’s build a future that honors the promise of public education—where every student has the opportunity to thrive.

About Catherine Diamond

Catherine Diamond is the mother of three elementary school students and a dedicated public servant with a passion for improving education in ISD 196. She currently serves on the ISD 196 School Board.

Catherine has dedicated her career to promoting the link between public health and education, earning her doctorate in public health with research and publication on the impact of community schools on the health and wellness of surrounding communities. She now leads the Division of Injury Prevention and Mental Health at the Minnesota Department of Health. She uses data and community input to create safe and healthy environments for all Minnesotans to live, learn, work, and grow. She focuses on primary prevention - looking to address the root cause of health challenges rather than waiting to address a developed issue.

She brings her expertise in data collection and analysis, systems change, and active listening to ISD 196, along with a commitment to collaborate with those impacted by the decisions being made - students, families, educators, and community members.

Endorsements

I am honored to be endorsed by the Dakota County United Educators (DCUE). Teachers and nurses are the backbone of ISD 196's success in creating citizens and leaders of tomorrow. I look forward to continued partnership.

I am excited to be endorsed by 314 Action, an organization that understands the importance of electing people with a background in science to public office.

Support & Distinctions

Second Congressional District, DFL