SUSD School Board Candidates

Matt Pittinsky Education has always been at the center of Matt's Pittinisky life with both parents worked in education. Matt earned his masters in education from Harvard followed by a PhD in Sociology of Education from Teachers College at Columbia University.  While working to found and develop several education technology startups, Matt has also taught and served as a tenure track professor at ASU where he remains as a visiting scholar. Matt and his wife, Julie, a Phoenix native, have three children. All went to SUSD schools, with two now in SUSD middle and high schools and one at Brophy.  Matt represents families who have made different choices for different children at different stages of their education, and is running to help improve SUSD for all families.  To learn more visit his website at Pittinsky 4 SUSD   Donna Lewis Donna Lewis is the proud mother of three sons who were educated in Arizona public schools.  After attending Northern Arizona University for her undergraduate degree, Donna obtained her masters at the University of Arizona followed by a Doctorate from George Washington University in Educational Leadership. Donna began her career in education as a classroom teacher and gifted specialist followed by years spent as a site administrator serving as principal for elementary, middle and high schools.  Donna's leadership ability was sought by Cave Creek Unified School District and Creighton Unified School District, where she served as both Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent. Donna was also named the 2021 Arizona's National Superintendent of the Year. To learn more visit Lewis 4 SUSD   Mike Sharkey Mike Sharkey  earned his undergraduate degree in mathematics from Lafayette College, before obtaining a masters in business administration from the University of Arizona. He spent his career in higher education and technology.  As an entrepreneur, he founded a higher education predictive analytics company that he later sold to a large software company.  Mike is currently  full-time at Arizona State University as Executive Director of Data & Analysis for ASU Enterprise Technology. Mike and his wife Jessica raised their twin daughters in SUSD where both girls earned merit-driven scholarships. For 8 years Mike has taken pride in mentoring students on the Chaparral High School robotics team and developing their interest in STEM careers.  To learn more about Mike and his plan for SUSD, please  visit Sharkey 4 SUSD   Calendar of Events The Italian Festival @ Scottsdale WaterfrontIn it's 9th year, this festival is Happening Oct 19 & 20th at the Scottsdale Waterfront. Come for delicious food from 11am to 5pm each day.    Taco Festival at Salt River FieldsTacos and tequilas are the name of the game and it's happening from Saturday and Sunday from 11-7pm. Admission starts at $15. Be sure to rideshare so you can roll home full of good food.  The Polo Party In its 13th year The Polo Party at WestWorld is sure to be a great day! Plenty of fun throughout the day so come out and enjoy with friends and family.   SUBSCRIBE on your Favorite podcast listening app. Find us on IG & FB at Scottsdale Vibes Podcast or check us out on scottsdale vibes dot media. And don't forget that we are now the proud owners of Scottsdale City Lifestyle magazine where you can read about even more of your favorite community.