I am proud to carry the endorsement and support of trusted community leaders and labor organizations who know what’s at stake in this election and believe in putting students first.
“Paul is the kind of steady, principled leader Anchorage needs on the School Board. He’s thoughtful, experienced, and committed to doing right by students and families. He cares about our schools, our kids, and the educators who serve them, and I know he won’t back down from tough conversations when it comes to doing what’s right.”
Forrest Dunbar
State Senator
“As a teacher, Paul has been on the frontlines. He understands that public education is the foundation of opportunity, and he’s dedicated to ensuring every child has a chance to succeed. His commitment to transparency, equity, and service is precisely what we need on the School Board.”
Elvi Gray-Jackson
State Senator
“Paul McDonogh brings more than a decade of classroom experience and a clear commitment to Anchorage students. He understands the challenges our educators face and the resources our schools need. Paul will show up prepared, do the work, and always put Anchorage’s students, families, and educators first.”
Bill Wielechowski
State Senator
“Teaching gives you a frontrow seat to what’s working and what’s broken in our schools. As a former teacher myself, I know how incredibly valuable that perspective is. Paul’s classroom experience and clear vision for stronger public schools will serve Anchorage’s students, families, and educators well.”
Ted Eischeid
State House Representative
“I’m proud to support Paul McDonogh for the Anchorage School Board. Paul’s priorities are to ensure every student feels they belong and has the opportunity to thrive. He listens, leads with transparency, and is solution-oriented; we need this in local leadership. I look forward to backing Paul’s work for our kids’ future from Juneau.”
Carolyn Hall
State House Representative
“Paul and I share the belief that schools should be inclusive, empowering places where every student can thrive. He brings both the lived experience and the leadership skills to help get us there. I’m proud to support his campaign.”
Anna Brawley
Assembly Member
“As an educator, Paul shares my belief that Anchorage thrives when every neighborhood is safe, connected, and supported by strong schools. Paul understands that education is economic development and how we grow opportunity from the classroom out. I’m proud to support his campaign for the School Board and look forward to collaborating with him on the Anchorage Assembly.”
George Martinez
Assembly Member
“Paul brings what every school board needs: experience, strategy, and heart. With nine years in the classroom, he knows what students and teachers are up against. He’s thoughtful, solutions-driven, and ready to tackle tough challenges with clarity and focus. I’m proud to endorse his candidacy.”
Carl Jacobs
School Board President
“As a proud advocate for strong public schools, I’m honored to endorse Paul McDonogh. Paul leads with the experience, integrity, and community-focused leadership our students and families deserve. Paul is committed to building strong schools that are culturally responsive and support inclusive communities. I’m proud to support his campaign.”
Margo Bellamy
School Board Vice President
“Paul has incredible passion for helping kids and deep experience in student-centered leadership. He understands what our schools need more than any candidate I’ve met. He will be a great addition to the School Board.”
Pat Higgins
School Board Member
“Paul understands the challenges our students and educators face, and he’s ready to do the hard work to address them. He brings steady leadership, a collaborative spirit, and a deep commitment to public education. I trust Paul to carry forward the values we’ve fought for and to keep our schools focused on student success. I’m proud to endorse his campaign.”
Andy Holleman
School Board Member
“Paul has a masterful understanding of the local, state, and federal dimensions of our public education system. He is also approachable and deeply versed in what students need, thanks to a career spanning classroom, administrative, and community-centered work. Although I would gladly endorse his candidacy in any given year, the enormity of our challenges makes his willingness to serve exceptionally relevant right now. He has my enthusiastic support!”
Kelly Lessens
School Board Member
“Anchorage deserves leaders who can bring people together across one of the most diverse communities in the nation. Paul listens with respect, leads with integrity, and ensures every decision centers on what’s best for all kids and families. His commitment to collaboration and principled leadership is precisely what we need on the School Board.”
Carol Comeau
Former ASD Superintendent
“I’m proud to support Paul McDonogh for the Anchorage School Board! As an educator and proven community leader, Paul understands what it takes to build strong schools. His dedication to students and families makes him the leader we need on the Anchorage School Board.”
Janice Park
Midtown Assembly Candidate
“I’m proud to support Paul McDonogh for the Anchorage School Board. Paul’s experience as an educator and his deep understanding of how district policies impact classrooms make him uniquely qualified to serve. I look forward to working with him to strengthen collaboration between the School Board and Anchorage Assembly so our schools have the resources they need to succeed.”
Sydney Scout
North Anchorage Assembly Candidate
“I am proud to endorse Paul for the Anchorage School Board. Not only does he represent his vision for our schools with integrity and reliability, but he’s shown up for our community time and time again. Paul was instrumental in protecting students’ right to wear cultural regalia at graduation ceremonies. With a strong record of uplifting our students, Paul is a leader Anchorage families need in their corner.”
Nyché Andrew
Service High School Grad of 2021
Laborers’ Local 341
Alaska State Employees Association PAC