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Josh Chilton

NONPARTISAN

Josh Chilton is running for Arizona School Board Member, Mesa Unified.

Personal background

Josh earned his bachelor's degrees in political science and communications and journalism from Arizona State University. He volunteers on the logistics committee for the American Heart Association’s Phoenix Heart Walk and with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona. He and his wife Kerrin have one daughter and they live in West Mesa.

Professional background

Josh currently works as a community outreach coordinator for the Office of Maricopa County School Superintendent Steve Watson. He previously worked as a donation drive coordinator for Goodwill of Central Arizona and as a director at iHeartMedia.

Political background

Josh Chilton's campaign for School Board Member in Mesa Unified School District is his first run for public office.

School Curriculum

Believes sensitive topics requires conversations between the district, parents, and teachers.

Said, "It is impossible to ignore that American history includes eras of slavery, racism, and discriminatory policies...Fully ignoring that regrettable part of our history will risk us repeating it."

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School Facilities & Resources

Said, "I will critically examine the current budget to get the most out of every dollar spent, while exploring community partnerships that can bring funding and/or support to the classroom."

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