Kevin Korous

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Kevin Korous

Nonpartisan

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Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

University of Utah, 2015

Ph.D

Arizona State University, 2021

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Utah

Profession

Scientist

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Kevin Korous ran for election to the Granite School District to represent Precinct II in Utah. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Korous completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Kevin Korous was born in Utah. Korous earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Utah in 2015 and a Ph.D. from Arizona State University in 2021. His career experience includes working as a scientist.

Elections

2024

See also: Granite School District, Utah, elections (2024)

General election

General election for Granite School District Precinct II

Incumbent Clarke B. Nelson defeated Kevin Korous in the general election for Granite School District Precinct II on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Clarke B. Nelson (Nonpartisan)	56.3	10,759
		Kevin Korous (Nonpartisan)	43.7	8,363

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 19,122
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Nonpartisan primary election

The primary election was canceled. Incumbent Clarke B. Nelson and Kevin Korous advanced from the primary for Granite School District Precinct II.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Korous in this election.

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Kevin Korous completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Korous' 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.

Dr. Kevin Korous is a husband and father, and a 4th generation Utahn. He earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology at the University of Utah, and his master’s and Ph.D. in Family and Human Development at Arizona State University. As a researcher, writer, and statistician, Kevin leverages data and synthesizes research evidence to understand and communicate the environmental, social, and cultural factors that shape children's socio-emotional development and educational success. He has published high-quality research papers in academic journals aimed at guiding programs and policies for improving developmental outcomes over the lifespan. Through his research, teaching, and own life journey, Kevin recognizes the importance of education, especially the role of public schools.

Kevin has advocated for policies that promote positive development among all youth and for policies that support public education in Utah while also pushing back against policies that hinder those objectives through writing commentaries and letters to the editor and engaging with state legislators and state school board members. He also engages with the community by organizing with advocacy groups, volunteering with the Granite Education Foundation and Utah Food Bank and serving as a board member for the 1 Utah Project.

Kevin is driven to lead data-informed decisions in curriculum, budgets, and policies. He will make smart decisions for our students, educators, and public schools.

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?

• Smart Decisions for Our Students
• Smart Decisions for Our Educators
• Smart Decisions for Our Public Schools

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public Education, Health, Equity

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My mom. She worked hard and overcame adversity. She did what she needed

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

Community engaged leadership and data/expert informed decision making

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

Leadership, listening, and smart decision making

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Listening to the community, research, and local professionals

What legacy would you like to leave?

Completing my PhD is my legacy.

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

9/11, I was 12 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

The day I turned 16, I started working at Carl's Jr. in Magna, UT.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Monkey Wrench Gang

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

When I was young, I wanted to be Popeye.

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

Ensure that the district is sustainable and successful, and meets the needs of the community.

Who are your constituents?

Everyone in Precinct 2

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

Involving the community throughout the decision making process.

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

Continuous outreach through social media and town-hall like events, as well as through attending community councils and district events.

What constitutes good teaching? How will you measure this? How will you support advanced teaching approaches?

Positive individual-student growth and performance.

In what areas would you like to expand curriculum? For example, do you see a need for advanced technical training or apprenticeships? What sort of innovative programming would you advance if given the opportunity?

Curriculum should be a decision based on data and local experts to meet state requirements and best position students to be successful after graduation.

What strategies or plans would you advance to ensure the schools are properly funded?

Advocate for funding during state legislative sessions and making decisions that can increase funding from other sources.

What principles drive your policies for safety in schools?

All students deserve a school environment where they feel safe and are safe.

How might you support the mental health needs of students/faculty/staff?

Community members have asked for more school psychologists, counselors, and nurses per student. Utah has one of the higher ratios. I would support hiring more.

What existing district policies would you like to change, or what new policies would you like to implement?

I want to hear from the community and local educators on what policies are the most important to them right now.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Utah Parents for Teachers; Women's Democratic Club of Utah

Describe your ideal learning environment for students.

An environment that is data and educator informed, and promotes of sense of belonging, creativity, and excellence.

How do you feel like your school district handled the coronavirus pandemic? What, if anything, would you do differently in the future?

School districts had to react in the moment to an event that was unforeseen and unpredictable. They did they best they could based on the information they had. We can learn from this experience to be better prepared.

What will you do to build a relationship with parents in the district?

Listen and respond, and involve throughout decision making process.

What are your preferred strategies for faculty, staff, and administration recruitment?

I'd work with the district and experienced professionals to develop smart strategies for recruitment.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I believe in transparency and accountability across all levels of government.

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