Strong schools make strong communities.
Every child deserves a strong start, and every teacher deserves respect.

The Problem

For years, Wisconsin’s public schools have been asked to do more with less. State funding hasn’t kept pace with inflation, special-education reimbursements are among the lowest in the country, and teacher shortages are growing in nearly every district.
At the same time, more and more public dollars are being diverted to private voucher schools — leaving rural and small-town districts to patch the holes however they can. Our educators are exhausted, our students are losing opportunities, and families are stuck in the middle of a fight that shouldn’t exist.

As a teacher and a mom of three — with kids in both public and private schools, and one who receives services through an IEP — I’ve seen what happens when the system works and when it doesn’t. I’ve sat in classrooms where teachers buy their own supplies, and I’ve sat in meetings where parents fight for the therapies their child needs to stay on track.

We can do better for every child, in every zip code.

What I’ll Do

Fully fund public education so every district across the state has the resources to pay teachers fairly, reduce class sizes, and keep essential programs.

1. Increase special-education reimbursements to cover at least 60% of actual costs, giving districts the stability to serve every student without pulling funds from general classrooms.

2. Support early learning and childcare programs that prepare kids for school and allow parents to stay in the workforce.

3. Invest in career and technical education through partnerships with high schools, tech colleges, and local businesses — because not every student needs a four-year degree to succeed.

4. Keep public dollars in public schools while ensuring transparency and accountability for any taxpayer-funded program.

Why It Matters

Strong schools are the heart of strong communities.
They attract families, strengthen property values, and prepare the next generation of Wisconsin’s workforce.
When we invest in education, we’re not just helping students — we’re building a future where every child has the tools to reach their potential.

As a teacher, I saw how small investments can change a student’s life.
As a mom, I know that every parent — no matter where they live or what they earn — wants the same thing: a safe school, a caring teacher, and the chance for their child to thrive.
That’s not too much to ask. That’s what Wisconsin has always stood for.