Currently holds the office of Michigan State Board of Education until January 1, 2027.
Candidate for Michigan State Board of Education in 2026 Michigan General Election.
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Get StartedModern education requires modern tools. We will advocate for investments in technology, broadband access, and updated facilities that ensure our schools remain competitive in the digital age. Learn more
Students with disabilities and students facing difficult circumstances deserve dignity, inclusion, stability, and meaningful opportunity. I will continue advocating for the services, resources, and support families need. Learn more
Every student should have access to rigorous academics, career and technical education, STEM, the arts, dual enrollment, skilled trades, and pathways to college and careers. We should help students discover what they can become, not place limits on their potential. Learn more
Safe schools, mental health resources, nutritious meals, positive relationships, and strong social-emotional support all matter. We must educate the whole child. Learn more
A child’s ZIP code should never determine their opportunity. Michigan must fund schools based on the needs of the students they serve. I will advocate for an education funding system that invests fairly in every child, especially those who need additional support to thrive. Learn more
Our educators are the heart of our schools. Michigan must build a stronger pipeline into the profession while improving the conditions that encourage talented teachers and school staff to stay. Learn more
Invest in the schools that serve our children. Public education is the foundation of our communities and our state. I will continue fighting for strong neighborhood schools, responsible investment, meaningful accountability, and the resources students need to succeed. Learn more
Our schools should be places where children can learn without fear of violence, bullying, or discrimination. We can create safe and welcoming schools while respecting the dignity of every student and family. Learn more
Literacy opens the door to every other part of education and life. We must ensure students receive strong literacy instruction and educators have the training, tools, and support to help every child become a confident reader. Learn more
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