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Will Oemichen

Age: 22

Occupation: Constituent Services/Database Manager for State Senator Jon Erpenbach

Years in District: 21

Incumbent? No

Have you been on the board before or held any other public office? I have not been on the school board before or held any other public office. However, over the past year and a half, I have gained valuable experience and knowledge as a member of State Senator Jon Erpenbach's staff, including gaining a deep understanding of the effect that state education policy has on our district.

Why are you running for school board? I am running for school board because I believe we can be doing more to involve students in important decisions that directly affect them. As a 2016 graduate of New Glarus High School, I have a unique understanding of how school board policies directly affect students in our district. It is imperative for school boards to actively engage with students and seek their opinions, and I will make it a priority to insure this occurs.

What issue do you find most important to the school board? How would you handle these issues? I believe working with all stakeholders to insure the safe re-opening of schools is the most important issue right now. We must listen to students, parents, teachers, district administration, and our local and state health departments insure we keep our students and staff safe while working toward returning our students to the classroom.

Any additional comments? I look forward to the opportunity to serve as a school board member for the School District of New Glarus. As someone who was raised in New Glarus, it is a special opportunity to give back to the community that has given so much to me. If you have any questions or would just like to get in touch, please don't hesitate to email me at woemichen@gmail.com.