Susan Witt

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Susan Witt

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 7, 2023

Education

Bachelor's

University of Northern Iowa, 1970

Graduate

University of Minnesota, 1995

Personal

Birthplace

Ames, Iowa

Religion

Lutheran - ELCA

Profession

Retired teacher

Contact

Campaign website

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Susan Witt ran for election to the Anoka-Hennepin School District school board to represent District 2 in Minnesota. She lost in the general election on November 7, 2023.

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

Biography

Susan Witt was born in Ames, Iowa. Witt received a teaching degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 1970 and a Master's of Education in Teacher Leadership from the University of Minnesota in 1995. Witt is a retired elementary school teacher.

Witt has been affiliated with Education Minnesota Retired and Family Promise in Anoka County.

Elections

2023

See also: Anoka-Hennepin School District, Minnesota, elections (2023)

General election

General election for Anoka-Hennepin Board of Education District 2

Zach Arco defeated Susan Witt in the general election for Anoka-Hennepin Board of Education District 2 on November 7, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Zach Arco (Nonpartisan)	50.1	2,201
		Susan Witt (Nonpartisan)	49.8	2,189
		Other/Write-in votes	0.0	2

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,392
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Endorsements

Witt received the following endorsements.

• Anoka Hennepin Education Minnesota
• Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation
• Service Employees International Union Minnesota State Council
• Education Minnesota
• OutFront Minnesota Action

2016

See also: Minnesota House of Representatives elections, 2016

Elections for the Minnesota House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on August 9, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was May 31, 2016. Incumbent Tim Sanders (R) did not seek re-election.

Nolan West defeated Susan Witt in the Minnesota House of Representatives District 37B general election.

Minnesota House of Representatives, District 37B General Election, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Nolan West	50.37%	11,473
	Democratic	Susan Witt	49.63%	11,305
Total Votes				22,778
Source: Minnesota Secretary of State

Susan Witt ran unopposed in the Minnesota House of Representatives District 37B Democratic primary.

Minnesota House of Representatives, District 37B Democratic Primary, 2016
Party		Candidate
	Democratic	Susan Witt  (unopposed)

Nolan West ran unopposed in the Minnesota House of Representatives District 37B Republican primary.

Minnesota House of Representatives, District 37B Republican Primary, 2016
Party		Candidate
	Republican	Nolan West  (unopposed)

2014

See also: Minnesota House of Representatives elections, 2014

Elections for the Minnesota House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election was held on August 12, 2014, and a general election took place on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was June 3, 2014. Susan Witt was unopposed in the Democratic primary. Incumbent Tim Sanders was unopposed in the Republican primary. Sanders defeated Witt in the general election.

Minnesota House of Representatives, District 37B General Election, 2014

Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Tim Sanders Incumbent	55.4%	7,602
	Democratic	Susan Witt	44.5%	6,111
	Write-in	Write-in	0.1%	8
Total Votes				13,721

Campaign themes

2023

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Susan Witt completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Witt'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.

My name is Susan Witt. I am a retired teacher who has taught elementary students for 27 years. I live in Blaine with my husband who is a retired chemisrtry teacher. We both taught in the Spring Lake Park School District. We have three adult children and three grandchildren. While teaching I earned my Masters of Education degree in teacher leadership..I currently serve on the Eduction Minnesota Governing Board. I am active in my church where i have served on the church council, sing in the choir, am part of the outreach team, and serve as our church's volunteer coordinator for Family Promise. I have also served on our Homeowners Association Board. I also volunteer for Meals on Wheels and Fare for All. I am passionate about community service and want to continue that service by presenting our community on the School Board.

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?

• We need to ensure that students and their success is at the center of every decision. Students safety, mental health and academic success is of first importance. e.
• We need to maintain a safe, welcoming environment where every student can come to school and learn without fear and be challanged academically..
• We need to support our teachers and staff so they have the resources, skills, and time they need to their best for students.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Making sure our schools are safe for all students, physically as well as mental health wise.

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

Trustworthy, hard working, caring, and ethical.

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

My first tesching job was in Holt, Michigan teaching fourth grade. I then taught first grade for two years in the same building before we moved out of state.

Who are your constituents?

All of the north and the west side of the city of Blaine and the northeast corner of Coon Rapids.
Many different cultural groups are represented in the city.

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

I would encourage more involvement by different cultural groups in the formation of advisory committees

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Anoka Hennepin Education Minnesota

SEIU
Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation, AFL-CIO

Outfront Minnesota

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

Attend events in the disrtict, attend a PTO meeting, create space where parents can express concerns in a constructive and instructiive manner,

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Other survey responses

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• North MetroTV
• ABC Newspapers

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Witt's campaign website highlighted the following issues:

“

Susan Witt believes in a government that works for the people, not a political party. She is an independent voice who will always put your priorities and concerns first. With your vote this November, Susan will work to: Improve education so our students can succeed. All levels of education are crucial to providing a world-class education for our students. Together we can create the innovative, competitive workforce of the future. Grow local businesses. Susan will work to remove government barriers to business’ economic success and reduce taxes for main street businesses that employ locally. Together we can strengthen businesses and create more good-paying jobs. Invest in transportation. Our roads and bridges need a stable funding source. Susan will improve our infrastructure and develop new transportation options. Together we can develop a comprehensive transportation system that is safe and efficient. Protect our natural resources. Water and air are two of Minnesota’s most valuable natural resources. Susan will protect these assets for future generations. Together we will sustain Minnesota’s outdoors way of life.

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