STEPHANIE
BURNETT
Committed to supporting the success of every child and strengthening the future of Mercer Island’s schools.
STATEMENT
I am seeking election to the Mercer Island School Board because I believe deeply in every child’s potential and the power of public education to shape a bright future for our community. As both a parent and long-time volunteer, I’ve come to greatly appreciate the district’s strengths while also recognizing the important areas where we can grow and improve.
We live in challenging times for public education. While Mercer Island has a proud history of academic achievement and excellence, we are not immune from the pressures facing schools nationwide. Even here, doubts and divisions can threaten trust in our institutions. I believe our shared values are stronger than our differences, and that a collaborative, effective Board is vital to sustaining trust and success. I bring a curious, creative, and bridge-building approach—committed to finding common ground to serve all students.
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ABOUT
Stephanie Burnett is a passionate advocate for educational excellence who has spent over a decade serving the Mercer Island school community in leadership and volunteer roles that reflect her deep commitment to students, families, and staff. Stephanie is a dedicated parent to three children who are attending or have attended Mercer Island schools, and is herself a Mercer Island native who is a MIHS graduate (Class of 1998).
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ENDORSEMENTS
Ly-Lan and TJ McCarthy
Stephanie's strength of character and child-focused values would make her an excellent school board member.
Jessi Biagi
Stephanie was a driving force in helping us bring a disability awareness education program to Lakeridge, where she served as PTA President.
Laura Oberto
When faced with dissatisfaction in the district’s process in a certain issue, Stephanie channeled that energy into positive change.