Heather Ebnet, Principal

  • Heather Ebnet

    Heather Ebnet is excited to begin another school year as the principal of Lincoln Elementary. Ms. Ebnet is beginning her 20th school year in St. Cloud. She has served as an elementary teacher at both Talahi and Discovery, a Young Scholars specialist at Discovery and Madison, academic coach, administrative intern and assistant principal at North and lead principal for Secondary Distance Learning Academy. Ebnet has served on many district committees but is particularly passionate about PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Support), Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and equity work. She is excited to continue this work as part of the Lincoln community. Ebnet believes strongly that when we create a positive learning environment where staff and students feel valued and seen, all members of the community prosper. 

    Ebnet graduated from the College of St. Benedict with a degree in elementary education. She went on to receive a master's degree in human relations and multicultural education from St. Cloud State University (SCSU) before beginning her career in District 742. After many years of teaching, she completed her principal licensure through St. Mary’s University. Her passion for learning extends beyond formal education and she has attended numerous conferences and trainings through the years. Ebnet truly believes in lifelong learning and always continuing to grow. 
    Ebnet is a St. Cloud resident. Her oldest son and daughter-in-law are Tech High School graduates. Her youngest son is currently a student at Tech. Her husband is also a 742 team member. Above all else, Ebnet is most proud of being a grandma to her beautiful granddaughter who she spends as much time with as she can outside of work. Some other fun facts about Ms. Ebnet are that she has run two marathons and has been an avid runner since the age of 12. She also loves to travel with her friends and her family. Her favorite destination is anywhere near an ocean. Ebnet is thrilled to be a part of the dynamic Lincoln family! Lincoln Together! 

    Email: Heather Ebnet

Amanda Anderson, Assistant Principal

  • Amanda Anderson

    Amanda Anderson is grateful to serve another year as assistant principal for the Lincoln community. Mrs. Anderson is beginning her 20th year in St. Cloud Area School District. Prior to this position, she was a kindergarten and second grade teacher at Oak Hill and lead talent development specialist. Anderson is passionate about helping students recognize and develop their individual strengths.

    She graduated from St. Cloud State University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with an emphasis in science. She then attended St. Mary’s University where she earned master’s degrees in Teaching and Learning and K-12 Educational Leadership. 

    Anderson is a St. Cloud resident, where she lives with her husband and three children. She loves to spend time at the lake, traveling, gardening and playing outside. 

    Building strong relationships is her priority and she looks forward to working alongside all members of the Lincoln Elementary School to create successful outcomes for all students.

    Email: Amanda Anderson