Elizabeth Winer

Elizabeth Winer is a member of the Cheney School District school board in Washington, representing District 2. She assumed office on June 14, 2023. Her current term ends in 2029.

Winer ran for re-election to the Cheney School District school board to represent District 2 in Washington. She won in the general election on November 4, 2025.

Biography

Elizabeth Winer earned a bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University in 2007 and a graduate degree from the University of Findlay in 2014. Her career experience includes working as a teacher.^[1]

Elections

2025

General election

General election for Cheney School District school board District 2

Incumbent Elizabeth Winer defeated Jessica Davis in the general election for Cheney School District school board District 2 on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Elizabeth Winer (Nonpartisan)	64.1	5,107
	Submit photo	Jessica Davis (Nonpartisan)	35.1	2,792
		Other/Write-in votes	0.8	64

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. Source	Total votes: 7,963
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Nonpartisan primary election

The primary election was canceled. Incumbent Elizabeth Winer and Jessica Davis advanced from the primary for Cheney School District school board District 2.

Endorsements

Winer received the following endorsements.

Cheney School Board Memb. Henry Brown
Cheney School Board Memb. Bill Hanson
Cheney School Board Memb. Mitch Swenson
Cheney City Councilor Jacqueline Belock
Frmr. Cheney School Board Memb. Zachary Zorrozua (Nonpartisan)
Cheney, Wash., Education Association
Public School Employees of Cheney, Wash.
Public School Employees of Washington Local 1948
Spokane Regional Labor Council AFL-CIO
EducateUs
Everytown for Gun Safety
Fuse Washington
Inseperable Action
Moms Demand Action
National Women's Political Caucus of Washington
School Board Integrity Project
Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence Action
The School Board Project
Vote Mama PAC

Pledges

Winer signed the following pledges.

Everytown for Gun Safety

2023

General election

Special general election for Cheney School District school board District 2

Incumbent Elizabeth Winer defeated Joshua Sutton in the special general election for Cheney School District school board District 2 on November 7, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Elizabeth Winer (Nonpartisan)	72.6	5,176
	Submit photo	Joshua Sutton (Nonpartisan)	26.5	1,892
		Other/Write-in votes	0.9	62

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,130
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Nonpartisan primary election

The primary election was canceled. Incumbent Elizabeth Winer and Joshua Sutton advanced from the special primary for Cheney School District school board District 2.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Winer in this election.

Campaign themes

2025

Elizabeth Winer did not complete Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

Other survey responses

Ballotpedia identified the following surveys, interviews, and questionnaires Winer completed for other organizations. If you are aware of a link that should be added, email us.

VoteWA Profile

2023

Elizabeth Winer completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Winer's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a mom of two Snowdon Elementary students, a high school science teacher at Insight School of Washington, and a wife of a professor of mathematics education at Eastern Washington University. I have lived in Cheney since 2017. When we moved to the area, we specifically chose to live in the Cheney area so we could be part of the community and our children could attend Cheney Public Schools. Education is my passion: I have been teaching for 12 years and have a master’s degree in education. I was selected to fill a vacant seat by the Cheney Public Schools board of directors in May 2023. My goal as a school board director to help support the public education in my community. My leadership experiences include being on the board of directors of the Big Sky homeowners’ association, leading science department meetings, and mentoring the middle school science professional learning community at my school, and I frequently volunteer at Snowdon Elementary.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Build more schools to prevent overcrowding
Increase communication between the district and families
Support school safety by providing socioemotional and mental health services

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about public education. I believe all students deserve a quality education in a safe environment. Teachers and families should work together to provide the optimal education for each students. There's no "one size fits all" learning program, and our district should provide opportunities for students to learn in ways that suit them best. Teachers need to be supported in what they, which is why paraeducators and other support staff are so important. We need to work together with open and honest communication to build the best possible district for our children.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

When I was nominated to the school board in May 2023, my experience as a mother and a teacher gave me a unique perspective to the issues facing our district. I understand the parent side, wanting the best for my children. Having taught high school science for twelve years, I also know the demands placed on teachers and the struggle of balancing state and school mandates with the realities of the classroom. Now with several months of experience on the school board, I have become familiar with the “big picture” regarding Cheney Public Schools. In all my roles, I have learned how important it is for people to feel valued and heard. I try my upmost to listen to what children, parents, and community members have to say and focus on finding a positive outcome to the situation.

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

Hire, supervise and evaluate the superintendent

Set the vision, mission and strategic goals for the district
Review, revise and adopt policies
Establish and oversee the budget
Serve as community representatives

Monitor the district’s progress towards its goals

Who are your constituents?

The communities of Cheney, West Plains, and Airway Heights

How would you support the diverse needs of your district’s students, faculty, staff, and community?

I would work to balance the needs and interests of students, teachers, and parents by encouraging open and transparent communication among all our important stakeholders using a variety of communication methods. Major decisions facing the district should be collaborative and community based. I would encourage students to participate in the superintendent advisory board or their associated student body organizations and take an active role in effecting change in our schools and district. As a fellow teacher, I would support policies that promote teacher autonomy. As both a teacher and parent, I would support policies that promote family-teacher partnerships and encourage family involvement wherever possible. My hope is to see Cheney Public Schools continue to improve and provide quality education to all of our students using evidence-based practices.

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Note: Winer submitted the above survey responses to Ballotpedia on October 9, 2023.

July 3 submission

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Elizabeth Winer, and I am a mom of two Snowdon Elementary students, a high school science teacher at Insight School of Washington, and a wife of a professor of mathematics education at Eastern Washington University. I have lived in Cheney since 2017. When we moved to the area, we specifically chose to live in the Cheney area so we could be part of the community and our children could attend Cheney Public Schools. Education is my passion: I have been teaching for 11 years and have a master’s degree in education. I was selected to fill a vacant seat by the Cheney Public Schools board of directors in June 2023. My goal as a school board director to help support the public education in my community. My leadership experiences include being on the board of directors of the Big Sky homeowners’ association, leading science department meetings, and mentoring the middle school science professional learning community at my school, and I frequently volunteer at Snowdon Elementary.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Support students and staff of Cheney Public Schools
Encourage responsible growth of the district
Help students achieve their post-secondary goals of education, employment, or enlistment

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

As a mother of 2 Snowdon Elementary students, I believe Cheney Public Schools is a wonderful district full of opportunities. Students should be supported academically, socially, and emotionally so they can reach their post-secondary goals. Our teachers and support staff should be treated as professionals and given the support they need to help our students reach their full potential. We need to address the rapid growth of our district and ensure that everyone has a safe and enriching place to work and learn. I promise to value all viewpoints and focus on problem solving using specific, achievable goals.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am an excellent listener and focus on creating solutions. I have the perspective of both a parent and an educational professional. I have gained experience as a school board director from my appointment in June.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to see Cheney Public Schools continue to grow and develop with new school buildings and successful students.

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

As defined by the Washington State School Directors' Association, my primary responsibilities are:

-Hire, supervise and evaluate the superintendent
-Set the vision, mission and strategic goals for the district
-Review, revise and adopt policies
-Establish and oversee the budget
-Serve as community representatives

-Monitor the district’s progress towards its goals

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Note: Winer submitted the above survey responses to Ballotpedia on July 3, 2023.

Other survey responses

Ballotpedia identified the following surveys, interviews, and questionnaires Winer completed for other organizations. If you are aware of a link that should be added, email us.

Winer completed a candidate statement for VoteWA. In it she said, “Students should be supported academically, socially, and emotionally so they can reach their post-secondary goals … Our teachers and support staff should be treated as professionals and given the support they need,” adding, “I promise to value all viewpoints and focus on problem solving using specific, achievable goals.”

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Elizabeth Winer

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Biography

Elections

2025

General election

General election for Cheney School District school board District 2

Nonpartisan primary election

Endorsements

Pledges

2023

General election

Special general election for Cheney School District school board District 2

Nonpartisan primary election

Endorsements

Campaign themes

2025

Other survey responses

2023

Other survey responses

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