Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Our public schools are facing a funding crisis. Leading up to the election, she was the superintendent of the Pecatonica Area School District, a position she assumed in 2015. [1] Kerr, a former school district superintendent, and Underly, a school district superintendent at the time of the election, were both affiliated with the Democratic Party. Next, we need to provide the allocated school mental health funding directly to schools in the form of personnel instead of making funds available as competitive grants. All rights reserved. My years of service to our community is undeniable proof of my dedication to the community that I have resided in since birth, Jones said. Public schools are supposed to be the great equalizers and we have to take action to fulfill that purpose. The superintendent's responsibilities include providing leadership for Wisconsin's public school districts, providing the public with information about school management, attendance, and performance, licensing the state's teachers, and receiving and disbursing federal aid for schools. The three candidates in the 2022 election are Sparkman High School Principal, Chris Shaw, Meridianville Middle School principal, Cameron Whitlow and personnel director at the central office, Ken Kubik. Highway Superintendent (Vote for 1) Walter C. Cook (REP, CON) - 4 (66.67%) .results_table_container { Holloway struggled to keep up with only 13 percent at 11,004 votes. The following chart shows the vote totals for general election candidates in contested statewide races from 2012 through 2020. Underly said she had experience restarting in-person learning in the Pecatonica School District. padding-left: 0; .results_table { .race_header.green { There was a problem saving your notification. font-style: italic; } max-width: 600px; Since 2011, Wisconsin public teachers have been disrespected and demonized by too many, including some of our state leaders. I think that we have too many expensive tests for teachers too, and they must take a semester of an unpaid internship to boot. As state superintendent, I would implement the law as it is written; however, I advocate that public money go to improve public schools and their programs that improve equity and student achievement instead of expanding private school vouchers. Kerr said she was disappointed, but she congratulated Underly and wished her success in her new role. Shaw champions for restoring discipline to the classroom, making sure that Madison County schools have 21st century technology in the classroom, establishing an open-door policy with parents and improving communication with parents and teachers. Kirtland superintendent discusses student accomplishments, safety Who is Robert Werden, Republican for Madison County regional Tech: Matt Latourelle Ryan Burch Kirsten Corrao Beth Dellea Travis Eden Tate Kamish Margaret Kearney Eric Lotto Joseph Sanchez. The following table details results of the 2012 and 2016 presidential elections by state Assembly districts in Wisconsin. My platform is rooted in equity and the game-changers that can disrupt these systems of inequity and afford all children the opportunities that will set them up for a lifetime of success: The disparities between black, brown, and white children have only been growing. padding-top: 8px; } display: table; That is going to have to be a priority because we have growth in the Hazel Green-Meridianville area, the Buckhorn area and there is still [growth] in the Sparkman area as well as Gurley and New Hope., Were getting growth across this district, Kubik added. Often, the best special education teachers are the ones who struggled with standardized tests. font-size: 16px; I would work with the legislature to change the rules to allow individuals who are trained professionals to leave private practice and work in the public schools. .results_row td:first-child { We have a long road ahead of us but Im ready to get to work on day one and build a stronger, more equitable public education system that provides every child, every day, with a world-class public education system they deserve.. [4] Underly said her plan for reopenings would have local school districts decide when they reopen and she would focus on providing resources to the districts. In Madison County, Amendment 4 was supported with 61.16 percent voter approval (2,560 votes in favor). "[7] She received endorsements from several local school board members and state Senator Alberta Darling (R). I am strongly against the expansion of taxpayer-funded private school vouchers. } How to run for office | We need to root out racist disciplinary policies, attract and retain educators of color, and listen to our students of color when they tell us something isnt right. Elizabeth Beyer | Wisconsin State Journal. So when I look at licensure, I look at the economically stressed districts, and I wonder how we can aid them so that they can hire people to fill roles that have gone unfilled because of shortages or because they are cost prohibitive. This is an equity issue our students and staff have a right to feel safe and comfortable in our public schools. Make freedom count. Ballot measures, Who represents me? With Werden are his wife, Nancy,. Laser focus on literacy and numeracy skills with defined outcomes for all kids, Ensure success for every student by creating schools that prioritize character education, with rich social-emotional and mental health supports, Create strength-based pathways for all kids that provide career AND college opportunities, Require rigorous and relevant learning opportunities that culturally reflect the real world and the needs of our learners, so that all kids are well prepared for success in life after high school, Our Wisconsin Promise - where every student will be known by name, strength, passion and need and graduate prepared for the future they choose, Deliver child-centered personalized learning with innovative experiences and opportunities taught by learner responsive educators, Eliminate digital divide & access to robust internet, especially in rural areas and underrepresented communities, Provide staff and parents professional development with digital tools to meet the needs of all learners, Foster and celebrate innovations in our Wisconsin schools, Aligning resources to ensure that all children and families are well served, Find creative ways to engage families as valued partners in supporting their childrens learning, Elevate all children and families to break down barriers to ensure access and opportunity, Foster partnerships in our respective school communities to serve as catalysts for a world-class education, Support continuous improvement and expect increased student achievement and accountability from all schools and opportunities taught by learner responsive educators, Honor our teachers, staff, administrators, school boards, business, and community leaders, Tell the great education stories of all kids in our Wisconsin educational system, and retain our students as life-long Wisconsin citizens, Promote the profession to recruit the best and brightest to work in our schools. .race_footer { .inner_percentage.Republican { Currently the principal at Sparkman High School, Shaw has 35 years in education as a teacher and as an administrator. 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Motorcyclist seriously injured following wreck on University Dr. As Florence renters face eviction, read what one legal expert says about your rights as a tenant. .outer_percentage { Although Wisconsin Superintendent elections are nonpartisan, liberal and conservative groups typically coalesce around specific candidates. All rights reserved. [10] To read more about historical superintendent election results and voter turnout, click here. Madison County Superintendent will not seek office in 2022 - WAFF margin-bottom: .75em; Mar 30, 2021. The election featured competitive races in 11 of 20 council districts, including three high-profile contests involving incumbents and challengers raising and spending what is believed to be record sums. If families dont get that, its just really hard.. width: 50%; So if you go in and declare that you want a Democratic ballot, you dont get to vote for superintendent. Early childhood programming is a proven program that lifts all children up and benefits our entire stateand economyfor a lifetime. [1] Kerr, a former school district superintendent, and Underly, a school district superintendent at . [8] Governor Tony Evers (D), who was state superintendent of public instruction from 2009 to 2019, did not endorse a candidate in the race. color: #fff; NEW! Another Orange County district that recently fired its superintendent with little notice was Capistrano Unified, where the board met during a special meeting three days before Christmas to oust . "I want to play against other biological women and girls," Kerr said. } The right to vote is one of the most fundamental rights we enjoy as Americans and it is also one of our greatest civic responsibilities. For more on how we identify key messages, click here. Whitlow has been the principal at Merdianville Middle School since 2018. In 2012, Mitt Romney (R) won 56 out of 99 state Assembly districts in Wisconsin with an average margin of victory of 12.1 points. Running against Moore was another Democratic candidate, Craig Anderson, who received 247 votes. I have nothing against private schools, and they serve a purpose, of course, in the general fabric of what makes Wisconsin schooling great, but I do not believe that private schools that take funds from public schools should be funded with tax dollars. And as a teacher, I understand that it is truly a team effort to give the best to our children. } We needed to ensure our kids were receiving early intervention, and we did so, even if it meant a small loss in revenue that was not reimbursed by the state. Please note that this list is not exhaustive. Member of Assembly - 121st AD. padding-top: 3px; She said the policies provide parents and guardians with choices about their childrens education, and that she wanted to serve all students in Wisconsin, both in private and public education.