Key Facts
Background
Simacek is originally from Ashland, Oregon and received a bachelor’s degree in Communication from Portland State University. She also received a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Grand Canyon University. Before teaching, Simacek first worked in a law firm, and then spent time pursuing a career in project management at a web development company [1].
Simacek moved to Arizona in 2014. Her youngest daughter is a 1st grader in the DVUSD system [1].
Key Issues
Communication
Simacek believes in effective communication between schools, districts, and parents, so that parents can get better clarification and understanding on what is happening in the district [2].
Teachers
Simacek believes in increasing teacher salaries and providing lower cost benefits [2]. She believes that this contributes to teacher retention [2].
Endorsements
Arizona Save our Schools; Craig Beckman
Sources
1 Official Website
2 Blog for Arizona
3 Arizona Save our Schools
4 Facebook