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]
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) |
Career
editMcDonald 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
editIn 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
editMcDonald 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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