The next school board election will take place on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Bondurant-Farrar will have two open seats on the ballot, each serving a four-year term. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Below are the school board candidate profiles, listed in alphabetical order. Responses were provided directly by the candidates and reflect their own words, with minimal editing for clarity or format.
Occupation: Interventionist and Educational Consultant at Apples of Gold Center for Learning
Family/Background: My husband, an Iowa native, and I have been married for 23 years and are the parents of Trent and Blake. When we learned that my husband received a promotion and was being relocated to the Des Moines area in 2019, I immediately began researching communities that would best support our family's needs, most importantly the boys' education. After a thorough search, we narrowed it down to two school districts. Together with the boys, we visited and interviewed both, and we wholeheartedly agreed that Bondurant-Farrar was where we belonged.
Now, after six years of living here, we still believe we made the right choice. The community is welcoming and supportive, and BFCSD offers a solid education, nurturing environment and tremendous opportunities. The Guthries are proud to be Blue Jays! Trent graduated from BFHS in 2023 and is currently a junior at the University of Iowa. Blake is a senior and will graduate in the spring. Our family is committed to this community and want to help make it a place that others are proud to call home as well.
Involvement: I quickly became engaged with the school community, initially as a substitute teacher and volunteer, then as a passionate supporter of their athletic programs and teams, a role I continue today. I also joined several key committees, including the Athletic Booster Club, the School Improvement Advisory Committee (SIAC), and the After-Prom Committee. Additionally, I contributed to the Safe & Supportive Schools Committee and the Bondurant-Farrar Education Foundation.
Accomplishments: My most significant accomplishment, now and aways, is raising two extraordinary young men. The privilege of being a full-time mother to them has been the most rewarding of my life. No professional accolade or volunteer recognition compares to the fulfillment and pride I have in seeing them grow into remarkable men.
Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification (expected November 2025)
Committee Member and Volunteer with Bondurant-Farrar Community School District's Athletic Booster Club, School Improvement Advisory Committee, After-Prom Committee, Safe & Supportive Schools Committee and Educational Foundation - 2019-Present
PTO Member and Classroom Volunteer with Platte County RIII School District and Sahuarita, AZ Unified School District - 2010-2019
Co-Coordinator of Common Ground Church Mothers of Preschoolers, Sahuarita, AZ - 2011-2013
Pre-School Sunday School Teacher and Adult Bible Study Leader in Sahuarita, AZ - 2009-2015
What motivates you to serve? While academics are of utmost importance, we must also prioritize creating a safe, welcoming, and forward-thinking environment for current and future students, as well as their families. We can all agree that our community is constantly evolving, and we should never set aside the core values of integrity, equity, and respect; these are vital to our schools regardless of what political climate, ego, or the loudest voices try to dictate.
According to U.S. News & World Report, Bondurant-Farrar ranks in the middle of Des Moines-area schools. More than 20 schools are ahead of us. I believe this is a wake-up call for our School Board to work with educators, parents and students to identify why we are falling short and determine necessary solutions, increase our expectations, improve outcomes, and redefine our school and community culture. BFCSD is better than average, and we need to prove this to the world.
I am passionate about understanding and addressing the educational and emotional needs of ALL students. My goal is to discover solutions that help every student succeed in and out of the classroom. As a School Board member, I will ensure our students, families, and staff are truly heard. I am committed to implementing changes with the best interest of all individuals in mind, and represent the community through open dialogue, collaboration, transparency, and accountability. I will always represent Bondurant-Farrar with integrity, focusing on what truly matters: our children.
Occupation: Senior Business Accountability Specialist
Family/Background: My family has lived in Bondurant since 1979. I went to Bondurant-Farrar for 10 years graduating in 1991. My mother and father both taught at Bondurant-Farrar for 25+ years. My brother Jonathan (42) graduated from Bondurant-Farrar in 2002. I have been married to my wife Katie for 25 years. I have six daughters, Eryn, Maya and Kyra who are currently at college at Central, Northern Iowa and Iowa State respectively, and graduated from Bondurant-Farrar in 2023 and Carly (5th), JJ (2nd) and Charlotte (kindergarten) who are current students at Bondurant-Farrar. I have resided at my current Bondurant address since 2014.
Involvement: I was a student at Bondurant-Farrar until 1991 participating in four sports as well as band, chorus and drama. I’ve been a athletic booster and fine arts booster for many years. I’ve been on the school board for the past eight years.
Accomplishments: Since joining the board in 2017, I have had the opportunity to oversee several major facilities projects in our growing district. These include the Morris addition, stadium addition, intermediate and district office renovations, opening of the junior high, secure entry projects at Anderson and intermediate, two high school additions (including the auditorium), and the activities complex currently underway, as well as helping to guide the school district through the tumultuous Covid year of 2020.
What motivates you to serve? I want to make sure that our public school district serves the needs of our community’s children first and foremost. I want to make sure that we have the resources and tremendous staff serving to that end. I want to make sure those that serve our children are the best they can be as that is what our community’s children deserve in being the future of a great place to live!
Family/Background: I am originally from Eastern Iowa and attended The University of Northern Iowa for Accounting. We moved to Eastern Polk County in 2008 and moved to Bondurant in 2014. My son graduated from Bondurant-Farrar and my daughter is a current student.
Involvement: I have served on the BFCSD Board of Directors for 2 years and currently serve as Vice President. I was involved with the previous two school bond committees. I have also served on the board for the BF Education Foundation and Athletic Boosters Club. I have announced football, basketball, and baseball for Bluejay Digital. I am the announcer for baseball. I have volunteered with classes in multiple buildings and other organizations, such as FCA and Party of Bluejays. Additionally, I have been significantly involved with other community activities, including several years of youth group leadership and coaching a significant number of youth sports teams.
Accomplishments: I received the Bluejay Way Community Partner Award in 2022. I am a past recipient of the ISCPA Rising Star award.
What motivates you to serve? I believe strong public schools are the cornerstone to successful communities. Bondurant-Farrar has done a great job of managing an evolving and challenging landscape. I want to continue my role as an advisor and leader in solving the district's challenges, including population growth, funding, facility needs, and giving students more opportunities to develop.
Occupation: Director of Program Strategy and Performance at Iowa Jobs for America’s Graduates (iJAG)
Family/Background: My husband, Matt, and I have called Bondurant home for the last 10 years. I am a proud mom of three, Madisen (Class of 2021), Emilee (Class of 2032), and Joy (Class of 2040). We love being a part of our community through sports, arts, and service activities. The support and quality of education our children have received in Bondurant-Farrar has inspired me to serve on the school board, working to ensure every Bluejay has the opportunity to thrive in a positive and empowering school environment. I have dedicated my career to creating hope and opportunity for youth, families, and communities, guided by a deep belief in young people’s potential to achieve at high levels. In my current role I oversee program quality and outcomes for more than 11,000 middle and high school students across Iowa. I also lead efforts to expand work-based learning opportunities and ensure students have the skills and support needed to succeed in both education and the workforce.
Involvement: My involvement with Bondurant-Farrar has focused on supporting my children’s classrooms and school events by providing supplies, volunteering, and engaging in their learning experiences. Beyond my role as mom, chauffeur, and cheerleader, I am engaged in public service through nonprofit board work, volunteerism, and professional roles focused on strengthening youth programs and advancing high-quality education and career readiness opportunities for students locally and across the state.
Accomplishments: For nearly two decades, I have worked in the non-profit sector, public education, and state government to create opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and succeed. In these roles, I have strengthened youth programs reaching thousands across Iowa, improved outcomes, and built partnerships that provide meaningful, hands-on career readiness and civic engagement experiences. My work has been featured at state and national youth development conferences as a model for effective programming and engagement. Strong schools are built through collaboration, accountability, and care, and I am committed to using my experience to support thoughtful growth, strengthen outcomes, and ensure every Bondurant-Farrar student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
What motivates you to serve? I am running for the school board because I believe every Bondurant-Farrar Bluejay deserves the chance to soar. This means fostering a love of learning so students leave our schools inspired and prepared, setting high expectations while celebrating growth, and equipping teachers and staff with the resources they need to provide the best opportunities for students. As our community continues to grow, it is essential that our schools remain high-quality learning environments where all students can develop the skills they need to be future-ready. The most important challenge facing our district is ensuring sustainable, high-quality growth. As a board member, I will focus on careful planning, responsible use of resources, transparent decision-making, and supporting programs that meet students’ needs while preparing for the future, helping to maintain academic excellence and a thriving community for years to come.
Public Forum
The Bondurant-Farrar Education Association will host a School Board Candidate Forum on Monday, October 20, from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the new cafeteria at Bondurant-Farrar High School (1000 Grant Street North, Bondurant, IA 50035).
This public event is not a debate, but an opportunity for candidates to introduce themselves and share why they are running for the Bondurant-Farrar Board of Education.
Visitors are asked to enter on the south side of the building at the activities entrance.
For questions, please call the district office at 515-967-7819.
