Amy Jensen

Amy Jensen

Nonpartisan

Wichita Public Schools, District 5

Tenure

2026 - Present

Term ends

2030

Years in position

0

Predecessor: Kathy Bond (Nonpartisan)

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Elections and appointments

Last election

November 4, 2025

Education

High school

Salina South High School

Bachelor's

Kansas Wesleyan University, 1992

Graduate

Friends University, 1994

Personal

Birthplace

Salina, KS

Profession

Adjunct faculty

Contact

Campaign website

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Amy Jensen is a member of the Wichita Public Schools Board of Education in Kansas, representing District 5. She assumed office on January 12, 2026. Her current term ends on January 14, 2030.

Jensen ran for election to the Wichita Public Schools Board of Education to represent District 5 in Kansas. She won in the general election on November 4, 2025.

Jensen completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Amy Jensen was born in Salina, Kansas. Jensen earned a high school diploma from Salina South High School, a bachelor's degree from Kansas Wesleyan University in 1992, and a graduate degree from Friends University in 1994. Her career experience includes working as an adjunct faculty member.

Elections

2025

See also: Wichita Public Schools, Kansas, elections (2025)

General election

General election for Wichita Public Schools, District 5

Amy Jensen defeated incumbent Kathy Bond in the general election for Wichita Public Schools, District 5 on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Amy Jensen (Nonpartisan)	54.2	2,418
		Kathy Bond (Nonpartisan)	45.3	2,021
		Other/Write-in votes	0.6	25

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 4,464
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Wichita Public Schools, District 5

Amy Jensen and incumbent Kathy Bond defeated Michelle Cunningham, Caleb Smith, and Phillip Samuels in the primary for Wichita Public Schools, District 5 on August 5, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Amy Jensen (Nonpartisan)	36.9	629
✔		Kathy Bond (Nonpartisan)	36.9	628
	Submit photo	Michelle Cunningham (Nonpartisan)	14.8	252
		Caleb Smith (Nonpartisan)	8.8	150
	Submit photo	Phillip Samuels (Nonpartisan)	2.6	45

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,704
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Jensen in this election.

Campaign themes

2025

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Amy Jensen completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Jensen'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.

Amy Jensen is a retired 31-year public school teacher. Throughout her career, Amy has been a strong advocate for public education. Kansas educators elected her to serve on the National Education Association's Board of Directors where she lobbied for Kansas students, educators, and public education on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Amy believes that all kids deserve to have a future-ready education in USD 259 to prepare them for a fulfilling, productive life. She understands it takes the community to provide what our students need to be successful. Currently Amy is adjunct faculty teaching reading at Butler Community College.

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?

• Community Schools: schools as a hub for community resources and services
• Stakeholder Voice: together we can build stronger Wichita schools, Common Sense Spending: focus on student learning
• Educate Every Student: a future-ready education for all kids & Pride in Public Education: strong schools, strong communities & Educator Recruitment & Retention: hire and retain the best USD 259 educators

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Community Schools: schools as a hub for community resources and services

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

Honesty, integrity, experience & knowledge

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

The core responsibilities of a school board member center on governance, not day-to-day management. A good board member serves as a representative of the community while making decisions that support student success.

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

1. Establish a clear mission and vision for the district focused on student achievement.

2. Approve and oversee the district budget, making sure taxpayer dollars are used effectively and transparently.

3. Hire, support, and evaluate the superintendent, who manages the district’s daily operations.

4. Create and update policies that address curriculum, safety, attendance, technology use, and other key areas.

5. Act as a bridge between the district and the community, listening to families, staff, and stakeholders.

6. Monitor progress toward district goals using data on student achievement and other performance metrics and hold the district accountable for outcomes while celebrating successes.

Who are your constituents?

All students, staff, and families in USD 259.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

United Teachers of Wichita, Realtors Association of South-Central Kansas, Kansas AFL-CIO, Wichita-Hutchinson Labor Federation, SEIU Kansas

What is an accomplishment that you are proud of?

I am proud of the 31 years I spent in the classroom as an educator.

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