Local Voter Guide
Game On for Kansas Schools
2025 Kansas General Election Ballot
Game On for Kansas Schools
School board elections are critically important, yet voters often lack information about these races. Candidate statements in surveys and even forums can be difficult to interpret. Candidates also sometimes use code words or phrases that we have learned to identify, or may opt not to participate. We use multiple resources and compare candidates' positions to our organization's values in determining our ratings for candidates.
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Blue Valley USD 229 School Board - District 1, Position 4
Sonya Evans
NonpartisanBoardmember - District 1, Position 4, Blue Valley USD 229 School District
Top pickSonya Evans is unopposed in this election. She has been a responsible, effective school board member, and we recommend her for re-election.
Blue Valley USD 229 School Board - District 2, Position 5
Gina Knapp
NonpartisanBoardmember - District 2, Position 5, Blue Valley USD 229 School District
Top pickGina Knapp has been a responsible, effective school board member, and we recommend her for re-election. She is currently the board president and has provided thoughtful leadership for BVSD.
Steve Roberts
Nonpartisan
Steve Roberts was an ineffective member of the Kansas State Board of Election for 8 years, refusing to advocate for funding for students and casting harmful votes.
Blue Valley USD 229 School Board - District 3, Position 6
David Benson
Nonpartisan
Top pickDavid Benson was an endorsed candidate on Game On's "rosters" for the Kansas legislature based on his strong policy positions and voting record. Those same qualifications apply to BVSD.
Jim McMullen
NonpartisanBoardmember - District 3, Position 6, Blue Valley USD 229 School District
Jim McMullen has been an ineffective and problematic board member. He is supported by Moms for Liberty and was removed from his vice presidency on the board.
Olathe USD 233 School Board - District 2, Position 5
Robert Kuhn
NonpartisanBoard Member - District 2, Position 5, Olathe USD 233 School
Robert Kuhn is unopposed in this election. He has been a responsible board member.
Olathe USD 233 School Board - District 3, Position 3
Julie Steele
NonpartisanBoard Member - District 3, Position 3, Olathe USD 233 School
Top pickJulie Steele has been a responsible, effective school board member, and we recommend her for re-election. She is currently the board vice president and has provided thoughtful leadership for Olathe.
Scott M. Enge
Nonpartisan
Scott Enge has reportedly decided to withdraw from the race though his name will still appear on the ballot. He also supports abolishing the US Department of Education.
Olathe USD 233 School Board - District 3, Position 6
Rebecca Johann
NonpartisanDirector of Cardiology Service Line, Olathe Campus, The University of Kansas Health System
Top pickRebecca Johann is unopposed in this election. She has been a responsible, effective school board member, and we recommend her for re-election.
Shawnee Mission USD 512 School Board - At Large
Heather Ousley
NonpartisanBoard Member - At Large, Shawnee Mission USD 512 School District
Top pickHeather Ousley is unopposed in this election. She has been a responsible, effective school board member, and we strongly recommend her for re-election.
Shawnee Mission USD 512 School Board - East Region
Mary Sinclair
NonpartisanBoardmember - East Region, Shawnee Mission USD 512 School District
Top pickMary Sinclair is unopposed in this election. She has been a responsible, effective school board member, and we strongly recommend her for re-election.
Shawnee Mission USD 512 School Board - West Region
April Boyd-Noronha
NonpartisanSenior Engineer, Information Security & Risk, Cardinal Health
Top pickApril Boyd-Noronha is unopposed in this election. She has been a responsible, effective school board member, and we strongly recommend her for re-election.
Spring Hill USD 230 School Board - District 4
Autumn Coleman-Marconett
Nonpartisan
Top pickAutumn Coleman-Marconett's stated policy positions show that she would be a responsible, effective school board member. We recommend her over her opponent.
Nicole Melius
NonpartisanVP of Accounting & Finance, Carrier Lynx LLC
Nicole Melius is supported by Moms for Liberty and ousted a friendly incumbent in the last election.
Spring Hill USD 230 School Board - District 5
Steve Miller
NonpartisanSpecial Education Teacher
Top pickSteve Miller is a former educator with a strong grasp of the issues facing Spring Hill schools.
Chris Olsen
Nonpartisan
Chris Olsen is supported by Moms for Liberty and supports school choice. He lacks the understanding of issues that his opponent has.
Spring Hill USD 230 School Board - District 6
Ted Beauchamp
NonpartisanCouncilmember, Spring Hill Middle School
Top pickTed Beauchamp has strong policy positions and has been actively studying public education and Spring Hill issues for several years. He is a member of the Game On leadership group.
Keith Ewing
NonpartisanPrincipal, Crown Construction Services LLC
Keith Ewing has not been an effective member of the Spring Hill school board. He has also voiced support for school choice.
About Game On for Kansas Schools
Game On for Kansas Schools is a statewide nonpartisan grassroots public education advocacy organization. We believe high-quality public education is a right for all Kansas students. Since 2010, we have been advocating for Kansas public schools to ensure they have the resources necessary to deliver that education to all Kansas students and informing the community about issues and legislation affecting students in Kansas.
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