Aryn Peters
Aryn Peters is an at-large member of the North Kansas City Public Schools Board of Education. She assumed office on April 15, 2025. Her current term ends in 2028.
Peters ran for election for an at-large seat of the North Kansas City Public Schools Board of Education. She won in the general election on April 8, 2025.
Peters completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Aryn Peters was born in Kansas City, Missouri. She earned a bachelor's degree from Truman State University, a graduate degree from Rockhurst University, and a graduate degree from Northwest Missouri State University. Peters' career experience includes working as an educator and in business development.[1]
Elections
2025
See also: North Kansas City Schools, Missouri, elections (2025)
General election
General election for North Kansas City Public Schools Board of Education (2 seats)
The following candidates ran in the general election for North Kansas City Public Schools Board of Education on April 8, 2025.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Aryn Peters (Nonpartisan) ![]() | 24.5 | 4,242 |
✔ | ![]() | Daniel Wartick (Nonpartisan) ![]() | 22.0 | 3,811 |
![]() | Roy Copeland III (Nonpartisan) ![]() | 21.2 | 3,667 | |
Carolyn Mason (Nonpartisan) | 12.2 | 2,113 | ||
Jessica Rezac (Nonpartisan) | 11.7 | 2,015 | ||
![]() | Jason Russell (Nonpartisan) ![]() | 8.3 | 1,436 |
Total votes: 17,284 | ||||
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Endorsements
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2024
See also: North Kansas City Schools, Missouri, elections (2024)
General election
General election for North Kansas City Public Schools Board of Education (3 seats)
The following candidates ran in the general election for North Kansas City Public Schools Board of Education on April 2, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Susan Hines (Nonpartisan) ![]() | 20.9 | 3,955 |
✔ | Jane Rinehart (Nonpartisan) | 19.6 | 3,706 | |
✔ | ![]() | Joe Jacobs (Nonpartisan) | 19.3 | 3,653 |
![]() | Aryn Peters (Nonpartisan) ![]() | 15.5 | 2,938 | |
![]() | Roy Copeland III (Nonpartisan) | 10.1 | 1,909 | |
![]() | Brock Foley (Nonpartisan) ![]() | 9.0 | 1,712 | |
![]() | Tirdad Daei (Nonpartisan) ![]() | 5.6 | 1,063 |
Total votes: 18,936 | ||||
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2025
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Aryn Peters completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Peters' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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|Some of my background in serving in the Northland: I have served on the PTA Board at Bell Prairie, VP of Volunteers and the PTSA board at New Mark, assisting with membership and the Nominating Committee. I participate in the Education Committee for the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce.
I am a member of the Board of Directors for Beacon Mental Health (formerly Tri-County) and look forward to taking the connections and opportunities I have there to further the commitment to mental health needs and awareness for our students and staff. I am also a participant in the 2025 Leadership Northland Cohort with the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce, an opportunity that is giving me insights to all aspects of life and business in the northland and ways we can further grow our community and work together to achieve our goals.- I am a mother of current students, wife of an educator and former educator myself of 10+ years. My experiences have given me an understanding and camaraderie with fellow educators and the ability to see all sides from the perspective of a teacher, of an administrator and of a parent. Society is dealing with so much, and it’s changing faster than we can keep up with; but with a well-rounded school board and leadership at the helm, we can continue making the best, most informed decisions that will continue to propel our students, our teachers, our families, our COMMUNITY forward.
- My broad background in Education sets me apart: Classroom Spanish teacher and Department Chair, Taught in private school (KS), public school (AZ and MO), University (Millikin U. in IL) and several online schools, Served as Professional Development Coordinator for 4 years in Liberty Public Schools, Served as Coordinator for: Dual Credit Programs/AP Courses and Testing, Building Representative for RTI (Response to Intervention district team)Advisory Coordinator, New Teacher Mentorship program, Committee Leader for transition and merger of two secondary schools, participant on Building Leadership Team contributing to Strategic Plan, Vision, Mission and Core Values for a new high school
- I am passionate about awareness and support for the MENTAL WELLNESS of our students and staff. It is pivotal that we work together as a board, district leadership and community to address the mental health crisis that faces us. We need to come together to ensure we find ways to support and help those in need; staff, students and district families alike. All students and staff must feel welcome, safe, heard, seen and empowered to contribute and connect in our schools. Addressing mental health will be an important step in that direction. I currently serve as a member of the Board of Directors at Beacon Mental Health Hospital, which helps guide me in my understanding of resources and collaboration as we continue address this issue.
Understanding the policies that will affect our community and our schools is of utmost importance. I have made certain to forge relationships with our local officials at the city, county and state level so I can be sure I am aware of up and coming legislation. I enjoy attending the Legislative Committee meetings for the Northland Regional Chamber and having good discussion on legislation and policies.
I have since moved past my shyness, working for three years as a flight attendant after college cured me of that!
School board members will assist in the creation of the vision, goals and strategic planning for the district, along with other district staff and community members. It is also part of the board member’s duties to review and assess the progress towards this plan. Developing and approving policies that align with the vision and goals of the district with a focus on student success is also an important component of the role of the school board.
The board is also responsible for supervising and evaluating the district superintendent. The superintendent, along with their finance teams, will present a budget to the board for review and approval. The board must then continue to ensure that the funding coming to the district supports the goals that have been laid out in the district plan.
I do think we are on the right path. I have been so impressed by the students I have seen at board meetings being recognized for work they are doing and the opportunities they have had-often due to teachers willing to give their time to assist and help these students. The diversity councils that can be found at our schools, even at the elementary schools, and the multicultural fairs that take place in our schools are an incredible resource for our students, and make for amazing events to help everyone learn about the diversity in our community.
I was recently given the opportunity to attend the first “Community Conversation” this year, hosted by the District Equity Leadership Team and D.E.I.B. Advisory Council. They debuted the documentary, “North of the River: A Historical Look into Race in the Northland.” What an amazing film and conversation. Understanding our history will allow us to understand ways we can move forward, as well. Just having open and frank conversations goes a long way.
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2024
Aryn Peters completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Peters' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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|- A parent of 3 students in the district-elementary, middle and high school. Bell Prairie, Northview, New Mark, Staley and SAGE Center. Also as the spouse of an educator, I have the opportunity to see education through several lenses. I will always be a staunch supporter of teachers and their needs. Some specific things I think are important to keep in mind and continue to address are classroom sizes and continual growth of our district, the mental health of our students and teachers alike, and continued assessment of the opportunities for all students in our district.
- I spent 10+years in the classroom-ranging from private school to public school teaching in the Phoenix, AZ area and Liberty Public Schools. I have also had experiences with online teaching, as well as 2 years teaching at the university level. My experience at Liberty Public Schools as professional development coordinator, AP/Dual Credit Coordinator, Student Advisory coordinator and new teacher mentor, gave me depths of knowledge and opportunities that helped paved my understanding of education and the needs of the students and teachers alike. I also have completed my Master’s in Education and Education Specialist in Secondary Leadership and Administration, where I made lasting friendships with amazing educators all over the Northland!
- As a loyal citizen of the Kansas City Northland, I was fortunate to attend Meadowbrook, Chapel Hill, Antioch Middle School and Oak Park High School. New opportunities took me out of Kansas City on several occasions, but I was always drawn home. And always to the Northland and NKC Schools. Even when I worked in Liberty, I knew my kids would have a solid foundation and ample opportunities here. Living and teaching in other communities has given me a valuable perspective on issues. We need to be extremely proud of what we are accomplishing here, as the 2nd largest district in the state. We need to forge ahead on this amazing path that has been laid before us, continually focusing on the well-being of the students and staff.
I also believe the board members have a duty to stay connected to the community and the district. Not just read the board packet prior to the meeting and show up to meetings, but actually get involved, be seen and listen to what’s going on around the district and in buildings. Also, being a responsible and involved member in the community around the district is important. Board members should be constant ambassadors of the district, everywhere they go.
I do think we are on the right path. I have been so impressed by some of the students I have seen at board meetings being recognized for work they are doing and the opportunities they have had-often due to teachers willing to give their time to assist and help these students.
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See also
2025 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on March 12, 2024