North Dakotans have shown they stand with Kirsten Baesler. The following is a list of a few of those who have endorsed Kirsten to be North Dakota's next State Superintendent and improve the future of education for our kids.
- The Fargo Forum
- The Bismarck Tribune
- The Grand Forks Herald
- The Dickinson Press
- ND Education Association
- ND Farm Bureau
- ND Family Alliance
- ND Realtors
- Senator John Hoven
- ND Governor Jack Dalrymple
- Former ND Governor Ed Schafer
- ND Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem
- ND Tax Commissioner Corey Fong
- ND Senator Judy Lee
- ND Representative & Chairman of the House Education Committee RaeAnn Kelsch
- ND Representative Kathy Hawken
- ND Representative Mark Sanford
- ND Representative Al Carlson
- Doug Burgum
Based on my experience in the public education system and conversation with school leaders, educators, parents, lawmakers, and others interested in strengthening our public schools, I believe there are four areas that demand the Superintendent of Public Instruction's most immediate attention:
- Future Common Core Standards that ensure North Dakota values are safeguarded, and economic and job market conditions and students needs are addressed.
- Seek relief from No Child Left Behind through creation of systems that work for North Dakota.
- Empowerment of local school leaders to address the challenges in their districts.
- Fulfillment of the mission of ND public schools - ensure that our students prosper and flourish by graduating students who are all college and career ready.
