MEET MIKE WALKER
MEET MIKE WALKER
Mike Walker grew up in Reno, Nevada and graduated from Wooster High School in 1992. Additionally, he earned his B.S. and M.Ed. degrees in elementary education and an Ed.S. degree in educational leadership from the University of Nevada, Reno. In his career, he taught 3rd grade and served as a dean of students and assistant principal in Carson City, Nevada. He also worked for the Nevada Department of Education as the State Coordinator of the Education of Homeless Children and Youth and as a Title I educational professional. Currently, he is serving as principal at Sutro Elementary School in Dayton, Nevada.
In addition to his educational career, Mike is also active within the community. He is the president of Food for Thought, a non-profit providing nutritious meals to children experiencing food insecurity, and serves on the board of the Jordan Woodward Memorial Scholarship. He was elected to Carson City School Board in 2016 and has served as clerk, vice president, and president and attended the required training to become a certified public official. He is representing the Nevada Association of School Boards where he coordinates with school trustees from across the state to advocate for students and public education in the state of Nevada.
Why I’m Running For Re-Election
Why I’m Running For Re-Election
Carson City’s schools provide strong academic support for students and programs to enrich their experiences. Our schools are filled with hardworking professionals who put the needs of our students first. I am proud of my work as a school trustee in our district, and it has been an honor to represent Carson City. I know firsthand the best practices for educating students and the realities of our classrooms. Additionally, my experience as a member of the state board of education, representing all school boards in the state, has given me a deep understanding of educational law and policies that govern our schools.
This role has also allowed me to advocate for our students, teachers, parents, and schools. My focus has always been to provide our students with the tools and environment to be college, career, and life-ready when they leave our schools. As the past president and current board member of Food for Thought, we provide meals, clothing items, and other supports to our students that allow them to attend school each day ready to learn. As a school trustee, I have worked hard to ensure we maintain high-achieving schools in this community that are responsive to the interests and needs of students in a fiscally responsible way. It would be a privilege to continue my work as a school trustee.
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