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Andie Peterson
Andie Peterson was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Her family spent vacations in northern Minnesota where they moved permanently when Andie was in ninth grade. She attended college in Du...view moreAndie Peterson was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Her family spent vacations in northern Minnesota where they moved permanently when Andie was in ninth grade. She attended college in Duluth and began a distinctive teaching career in Minnesota. Andie was Minnesota's Teacher of the Year and a finalist for the National Teacher of the Year Award. She received special awards from two Minnesota governors, was the recipient of an award from the National Education Association, and has received many other awards. She has received three Minnesota School Bell Awards for editorial writing and has published over two hundred columns and articles. She is also a speaker at workshops, college classes, churches, and school districts.
Andie served four terms as mayor of a small town in Minnesota. She lives in Grand Marais, Minnesota, and spends time at a cabin near Duluth.
Andie was honored with an Eagle Feather from the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe and the Grand Portage Band of Chippewa.view less