Will Shiflett
Will Shiflett (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Utah State Board of Education to represent District 9. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Biography
Will Shiflett earned a B.A. in history and a B.A. in political science from the University of Utah in 1998 and an M.P.A. in public administration from the University of Utah in 2002. His career experience includes working as the executive director of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, a director of MBA & graduate business programs operations at Westminster College, and COO of the SADS Foundation, among other roles.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Utah State Board of Education election, 2024
General election
General election for Utah State Board of Education District 9
Amanda Bollinger defeated Will Shiflett in the general election for Utah State Board of Education District 9 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Amanda Bollinger (R) | 69.4 | 67,325 |
 | Will Shiflett (D) | 30.6 | 29,753 | |
| Total votes: 97,078 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Will Shiflett advanced from the Democratic primary for Utah State Board of Education District 9.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Amanda Bollinger advanced from the Republican primary for Utah State Board of Education District 9.
Democratic convention
Democratic convention for Utah State Board of Education District 9
Will Shiflett advanced from the Democratic convention for Utah State Board of Education District 9 on March 30, 2024.
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| ✔ | | Will Shiflett (D) |
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Republican convention
Republican convention for Utah State Board of Education District 9
Amanda Bollinger defeated incumbent Natalie Cline in the Republican convention for Utah State Board of Education District 9 on April 13, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Amanda Bollinger (R) | 63.2 | 211 |
 | Natalie Cline (R) | 36.8 | 123 | |
| Total votes: 334 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Shiflett in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
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Campaign website
Shiflett’s campaign website stated the following:
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Building a Brighter Future in Education Will is passionate about creating an education system that equips all students for success, regardless of background. His vision goes beyond revamping the system – it's about providing every student with the opportunities they need, whether they're aiming for college, a trade, or direct entry into the workforce. Will believes in empowering teachers, not dictating their methods. His focus is on providing educators with the resources and support they need to excel, fostering a climate where teachers can thrive. Strong parent-school partnerships are essential for student success. Will prioritizes open communication and clear protocols for addressing concerns. His goal is to build trust and collaboration between families and educators, creating a truly supportive educational environment. By focusing on these three pillars – empowered students, enabled teachers, and engaged parents – Will believes we can build an education system that truly serves the needs of every child. With Will, positive change for Utah's education system isn't just a dream, it's a tangible goal within reach. [2] |
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| —Will Shiflett’s campaign website (2024)[3] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ LinkedIn, "William L. Shiflett," accessed March 7, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Will for Education, “Meet Will,” accessed June 18, 2024
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