Evan Botzki

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Evan Botzki

Nonpartisan

Euclid City School District school board At-large

Tenure

2024 - Present

Term ends

2027

Years in position

1

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Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 7, 2023

Education

High school

Euclid High School

Bachelor's

George Mason University, 2022

Personal

Birthplace

Mayfield Heights, Ohio

Profession

Organizer

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Evan Botzki is an at-large member of the Euclid City School District school board in Ohio. He assumed office on January 1, 2024. His current term ends on December 31, 2027.

Botzki ran for election for an at-large seat of the Euclid City School District school board in Ohio. He won in the general election on November 7, 2023.

Botzki completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Evan Botzki was born in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. He earned a high school diploma from Euclid High School and a bachelor's degree from George Mason University in 2022. His career experience includes working as an organizer.

Elections

2023

See also: Euclid City School District, Ohio, elections (2023)

General election

General election for Euclid City School District school board At-large (2 seats)

The following candidates ran in the general election for Euclid City School District school board At-large on November 7, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Tia Otoo (Nonpartisan)	30.4	3,287
✔		Evan Botzki (Nonpartisan)	22.7	2,460
	Submit photo	Steve Johnson Jr. (Nonpartisan)	16.3	1,768
	Submit photo	Yvette Andre (Nonpartisan)	13.7	1,481
	Submit photo	Dolores Trevino Moldenhauer (Nonpartisan)	8.8	953
	Submit photo	Nerissa Scott (Nonpartisan)	8.1	875

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 10,824
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Dwayne Pringle (Nonpartisan)

Endorsements

Botzki received the following endorsements.

• State Sen. Kent Smith (D)
• State Rep. Elliot Forhan (D)
• Euclid Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer-Gail
• Euclid City Cncl. Memb. Charlene Mancuso
• Cuyahoga Cnty. Cncl. Memb. Sunny Simon (D)
• Euclid City Cncl. Memb. Richard Tolton
• North Shore Federation of Labor AFL-CIO
• Euclid, Ohio, Democratic Club

Campaign themes

2023

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Evan Botzki completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Botzki'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 proud life long Euclidean, first and foremost! I am a proud graduate of Euclid High School, class of 2019. I additionally attended George Mason University, and graduated in 2022. One of my proudest accomplishments came in 2018 when my best friend, Harrison McCreight, and I co-designed a new city flag of Euclid, which was passed by City Council unanimously. I am incredibly proud to live in both Ohio, and the city of Euclid more specifically. I will always advocate for my state and city every moment I can.

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 the District: Provide critical support to teachers, parents, and students in all aspects by advocating for policies at the local and state level that have their best interest at the forefront.
• Increase Communication: Provide vital information to parents, students, and community members through collaboration with the school system and the school board to establish vital channels of communication.
• Community Investment: Work together with community members and local organizations with the active goal of enriching our school system and our community on all levels for the betterment of Euclid’s children.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am incredibly passionate about the realm of public education. I believe that it is a great boon to our society: it ensures that everyone in our society, no matter their background, can receive a quality education. Aside from public education, I am greatly dedicated to the fight against food insecurity. In college, I briefly studied the background and effects of food insecurity, which led to me taking a job at the college’s food pantry. These opportunities taught me a great deal, and it is something that I hope to continue researching and advocating for in the future.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Humility, kindness, and respect. The best elected official is one who can interact with their constituents in a thoughtful and effective manner. It is important to remember that the job of an elected official is to serve the public in a selfless manner, and not to serve oneself.

What legacy would you like to leave?

It is my hope that I can leave a legacy of constantly working to uplift the people around me.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember the election of Barack Obama as President in 2008. I would have been 7 years old at the time, but I very vividly remember how excited everyone around me was.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Sovietistan by Erika Fatland. Aside from it being the book that got me back into the habit of reading, it does a great job of discussing and telling the rich stories of the countries of Central Asia. It does an excellent job of explaining how Russian/Soviet influence has affected the region and its cultures. I highly recommend it!

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

The primary job of a school board member is to work to ensure that the school district is strong and prosperous. This is done through the appointment and advising of a suitable superintendent, through constant communication with the constituents of the district, and through constant advocacy to other local and state leaders.

Who are your constituents?

My constituents are everyone involved in the Euclid School District. Whether that be the residents, students, or staff of the school district. It is my hope that, if elected, I may be able to help provide a strong district that lives up to the hopes and wishes of these constituents.

How will you build relationships with members of the broader community? Which groups, organizations, stakeholders will you specifically target?

It is my hope to host “town hall” meetings to ensure that our community is constantly updated about the school district. Through these meetings, as well as through outreaches through digital and paper media, it is my hope that Euclid can have a fully informed city on the goings-on of the school system.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

State Senator Kent Smith, State Representative Elliot Forhan, Cuyahoga County Councilwoman Sunny Simon, Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer-Gail, Euclid City Council President Charlene Mancuso, Euclid Ward 2 Councilman Richard Tolton, North Shore AFL-CIO

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• The Euclid Observer

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