Superintendent's Message

Dear Jordan Public Schools Community, Families and Prospective Families,

Welcome to Jordan Public Schools!

Whether you are a returning family or considering joining our school community for the first time, I want to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome. Jordan is a place where students are known, supported, and celebrated — and where our commitment to their growth is at the center of everything we do.

Our mission remains unchanged: Inspire a Caring Community to Ignite Learning, Innovation, and Success for All. That purpose comes to life through our shared vision and core values of Jordan PRIDE — Preparedness, Respect, Integrity, Dependability, and Excellence. These values are not only part of what we teach; they guide how we lead, connect, and show up for one another every day.

This year, our district theme is “Grow Your Jordan Pride: Every Student. Every Story.” This powerful message reflects our continued dedication to academic growth, strong literacy foundations, and building a school culture where every student feels a deep sense of belonging. We believe every story matters — and that learning becomes more meaningful when students see themselves in their experiences and feel safe and supported in their schools.

I invite you to “Like Us” on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter, or Instagram. You can also download the Jordan Public Schools app for handy access to communications and links. We work hard to tell our story and it provides current and prospective families with a nice snapshot of the happenings at JPS. Should you have any questions about Jordan Public Schools, please do not hesitate to reach out and we can discuss how Jordan can benefit your child and family. Jordan is a special community and I'm proud to be the leader of Jordan Public Schools! 

Thank you for being part of this journey with us. We’re excited for the year ahead — and we’re proud to walk alongside you as we celebrate every student and every story.

With Jordan PRIDE,

Ranae Case Evenson | Superintendent
Jordan Public Schools ISD #717
revenson@isd717.org
952-492-6200

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Meet the Superintendent

Ranae Case Evenson has served as the Superintendent of Jordan Public Schools since 2020. Previously, she served as Director of Elementary Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment for Anoka-Hennepin School District for five years, supporting 26 elementary schools across 13 communities north of the Twin Cities. Ranae served as an Elementary Principal for nine years prior to becoming a Director.

She was the Principal of Wilson Elementary School for three years and Eisenhower Elementary for one year in Anoka-Hennepin. Ranae was also Principal of Horace May Elementary and Early Intervention Programs in Bemidji, MN for two years and Elementary Principal in Springfield, MN for three years. Ranae was a teacher for nine years prior to becoming a school administrator, teaching at the elementary, early childhood, and middle school levels in the GFW and Jordan communities. Ranae taught 6th and 7th grades in Jordan from 2002–2006, and she completed a portion of her Superintendent Internship in Jordan in 2015.

Ranae brings a wealth of experience to Jordan Public Schools, having taught in a variety of schools, including as a former adjunct instructor at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota and serving in several administrative leadership positions.

Mrs. Case Evenson is also an active member of the Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA). She serves as Chair of the MASA Foundation, Chair of the MASA Executive Development Committee, Treasurer of Region 2 MASA Superintendents and as a member of the Schools Advocating for Fair Funding (SAFF) Executive Board. In 2025 she was awarded the MASA Region 2 Administrator of Excellence Award. The person selected is representative of the leadership excellence found in MASA members, exhibits a willingness to risk, possesses strong communications skills, is a progressive change agent, and has high expectations for themself and others. Each recipient is an active member of MASA who demonstrates professional and organizational leadership within their respective region.