Nikki McDonald
Nikki McDonald | |
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 McDonald at a library | |
| Member of the Kansas House of Representatives from the 49th district | |
| Assumed office December 21, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Brad Boyd |
| Personal details | |
| Spouse | Patrick |
| Education | University of Arkansas (BSE, MAT) |
Nikki McDonald is an American politician, educator, and community organizer who is currently serving as a Democratic member of the Kansas House of Representatives. Following Brad Boyd's resignation, McDonald was elected by the local Democratic precinct committee.[1]
Career
[edit]McDonald has earned a BSE in Elementary Education and an MAT in Childhood Development, both from the University of Arkansas.[2] McDonald worked as a public school teacher earlier in her career, both in Arkansas and in Kansas. In Olathe, she taught English language learners at Fairview Elementary. She has listed education issues as a particular focus in office.[3]
In 2017, she founded the Olathe Public Education Network, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization "dedicated to promoting level headed voices to counter the encroachment of extremism" within public schools.[4][5]
Additionally, McDonald has worked on several political campaigns in her district, including her predecessor Brad Boyd's successful Kansas House campaign.
Political career
[edit]In the Kansas House of Representatives, McDonald has served on the committees for Legislative Modernization, K-12 Education Budget, and Health and Human Services.[6] In 2024, she introduced legislation which would eliminate the sales tax for personal hygiene products, including diapers and period products.[7]
In a 2024 interview with the Johnson County Post, McDonald announced her re-election bid for Kansas' 49th House district, which includes parts of Olathe and Overland Park.[citation needed]
Personal life
[edit]McDonald lives in Olathe with her husband Patrick and two children, who attend Olathe Northwest High School.[citation needed]
References
[edit]- ^ Irizarry, Lucas (2023-12-21). "Democrats name replacement for 49th District state house seat". Olathe Reporter. Retrieved 2023-12-27.
- ^ "Serving Arkansas and Beyond". University of Arkansas. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
- ^ Bernard, Katie (December 19, 2023). "Olathe Democratic campaign consultant will join KS Legislature, replacing outgoing rep". The Kansas City Star.
- ^ "OPEN: Olathe Public Education Network". Olathe Public Education Network. Olathe Public Education Network. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Update, Capitol (2024-03-08). "Capitol Update: Rep. Nikki McDonald wants special education fully funded". Johnson County Post. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
- ^ "Representative Nikki McDonald | Legislators | Kansas State Legislature". www.kslegislature.org. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
- ^ "Lawrence teens work to alleviate period poverty for Kansans, cement legacy of their nonprofit". The Lawrence Times. 2024-02-22. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
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