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Misty Gilbertson, Oconto Falls resident, says she’s running for school board, stresses safety and teacher support
Summary
Misty Gilbertson announced her run for the Oconto Falls Public School District school board, citing her local roots, volunteer history and priorities including school safety, teacher retention and stronger community communication.
Misty Gilbertson, a lifelong Oconto Falls resident and parent, said she is running for a seat on the Oconto Falls Public School District school board and emphasized school safety, support for teachers and stronger communication with families.
"I think every child deserves a great experience," Gilbertson said, describing her own positive experience in district schools and her long history of community involvement. She told listeners she has volunteered in schools, taught Sunday school, chaperoned events and served 12 years as a wrestling officer for the youth wrestling program.
Gilbertson said her family ties to the district motivated her candidacy: she has two sons, one who graduated last year and is now in an electrical apprenticeship, and a younger son in eighth grade. "It's really important to me that our schools are safe," she said, identifying student safety as a top priority.
She listed what she described as the major challenges facing many districts, including staffing shortages, budget pressures and the effects of the pandemic. Gilbertson urged support for teacher retention and professional development, saying that when teachers "are thriving and in their best environment," students benefit.
As examples of positive work in the district, Gilbertson recounted attending a science fair where eighth graders presented projects and displayed confidence in presenting historical topics. She said the district should continue building on such successes while addressing operational constraints.
Gilbertson pointed to her professional background and communication skills as reasons she would be an asset on the board, noting roughly 23 years in corporate roles and a collaborative approach to decision-making.
She closed by reiterating her candidacy and her intent to help the district "flourish and thrive." She did not provide additional details about a campaign timeline or opponents during the remarks.
