Board of Directors
Thank you for your interest in Surad Academy! We are a group of committed volunteers whose goal is to offer an education opportunity in Faribault that develops students who succeed in life! Take a moment to get to know us, and feel free to get in touch with us at any time!
smohamed@suradacademy.org
Prof. Said Mohamed serves on Surad Academy's board, bringing robust expertise in human services and education. With a master's in Human Services and a doctorate in Educational Leadership, he demonstrates an unwavering commitment to educational advancement. As tenured faculty at Minneapolis College, he shapes tomorrow's leaders while passionately advocating for charter schools. He firmly believes charter schools empower communities through localized decision-making with educational models tailored to specific community needs and aspirations.
Dr. Madar is the Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota Medical School. He is the medical director of the Utilization Management of Hennepin HealthCare and an academic hospitalist in Internal medicine at Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis,
Minnesota.
Dr. Madar previously held positions include Medical Director of Inpatient Medicine and Surgery at Hennepin
HealthCare hospital-care ring.
Dr. Madar received his medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine (School of Medicine) Le Sapienza, Mugadisho (
Somali National University); he completed his residency training in Internal Medicine at Hennepin County Medical
Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. He completed leadership in Healthcare training offered by the Society of
hospital medicine and subsequently, the “LEAN in Healthcare” from Belmont University Massey, Pennsylvania,
USA.
Dr. Madar received a Master's in health economics policy and Management from the London School of Economics
and political science (LSE), London, United Kingdom.
In his work in improving healthcare quality, Dr. Madar established a Quality Improvement (QI) program in
Somaliland by incorporating the QI course into the curriculum for the College of Medicine and Health Science,
University of Hargeisa. Dr. Madar founded the Somalilander-American health association (sahainfo.org), an a501-
3-c non-for-profit Medical Charity organization based in the USA.
Faysel Ali is a visionary leader and community advocate currently serving as the Managing Director of DeepGEO for the Somaliland and East Africa region. In this role, he is at the forefront of introducing nuclear energy as a sustainable solution to the region’s energy challenges. His work focuses on demystifying nuclear technology through civic engagement, promoting energy independence, and supporting the adoption of low-carbon solutions.
Faysel’s leadership journey is grounded in his deep commitment to equity, inclusivity, and social justice. As former Executive Director of the Faribault Diversity Coalition in Minnesota, he championed community-building initiatives that uplifted underrepresented groups through education, advocacy, and cultural engagement. He also served as a Planning Commissioner for the City of Faribault, where he contributed to long-term city planning, infrastructure development, and policy guidance to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth.
With a background in Liberal Arts and fluency in both English and Somali, Faysel brings a unique blend of cross-cultural communication, strategic planning, and organizational leadership to every role he undertakes. His approach bridges global innovation with local empowerment, making him a key figure in shaping sustainable futures for diverse communities both in the U.S. and East Africa.
amohamed@suradacademy.org
Science Teacher - Surad Academy
With four years of teaching experience, including two years working with children aged 3–6 and one year with children aged 6–9 using the Montessori method, Asma is a committed and adaptable educator. She holds a Bachelor of Education with a specialization in Montessori education, blending child-led learning with structured guidance. Currently teaching science, Asma aims to spark curiosity and critical thinking through hands-on, inquiry-based lessons that nurture each child's natural desire to learn.
Najah Siciid, Ex-Officio
Board Meeting Schedule and Minutes
Location: 128 8th Ave, NW, Faribault, MN 55021
All times in Central Time
2022
October, 2022
Monday, October 24, 2022
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
November, 2022
Monday, November 21, 2022: 7:00-8:00pm *Rescheduled to November 30th due to Board conflicts
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Rescheduled Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
December, 2022
Monday, December 19, 2022
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
2023
January, 2023
Monday, January 23, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
February, 2023
Friday, February 17, 2023
Special Meeting
4:00-5:00pm
Monday, February 27, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
March, 2023
Monday, March 20,2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
April, 2023
Monday, April 17, 2023: *Rescheduled due to Board conflict
Monday, April 24, 2023
Rescheduled Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
May, 2023
Monday, May 15, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
June, 2023
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Special Meeting
4:00-5:00pm
In-person Location: 201 Lyndale Ave S, Faribault, MN 55021
Monday, June 26, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
July, 2023
Monday, July 17, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
August, 2023
Monday, August 21, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
September, 2023
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Special Meeting
8:00pm
Monday, September 18, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
October, 2023
Monday, October 23, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
November, 2023
Monday, November 20, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
December, 2023
Monday, December 18, 2023
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
2024
January 2024
Monday, January 22,2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
February, 2024
Monday, February 26, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
March, 2024
Monday, March 25, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
Agenda
April, 2024
Monday, April 22, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Special Meeting
4:00-4:30pm
May, 2024
Monday, May 20, 2024: *Rescheduled due to Board conflict
Monday, May 28, 2024
Rescheduled Regular Meeting
7:001-8:30pm
June, 2024
Monday, June 10, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
August, 2024
Monday, August 19, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:00pm
September, 2024
2024-2025 Board of Directors Meeting Schedule
Monday, September 16, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
October, 2024
Monday, October 21, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-8:30pm
November, 2024
Monday, November 18, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00-7:30pm
Annual Report Meeting
7:30-8:00pm
December, 2024
Monday, December 16, 2024
Regular Meeting
7:00pm
January, 2025
Monday, January 13, 2025
Regular Meeting
7:00pm
February, 2025
Monday, February 10, 2025
Regular Meeting
7:00pm
March, 2025
Monday, March 17, 2025
Regular Meeting
7:00pm
April, 2025
Monday, April 21, 2025
Regular Meetin
7:00pm
May, 2025
Monday, May 19, 2025
Regular Meeting
7:00pm
June, 2025
Monday, June 16, 2025
Regular Meeting
7:00pm
July, 2025
Monday, July 16, 2025: *Rescheduled due to Board conflict
Monday, August 8, 2025
Rescheduled Regular Meeting
7:00pm
August, 2025
August 19, 2025
Regular Meeting
7:00pm
Updated: May 24, 2024
Any changes to this schedule will be posted 72 hours in advance of the new schedule.