Rapid City, SD – Kate Thomas, a devoted champion for educational excellence and a prominent member of the Rapid City community, proudly announces her candidacy for re-election to the Rapid City Area Schools (RCAS) Board of Education. With a steadfast commitment to promoting quality education for all students, empowering parents, and ensuring financial responsibility, Kate Thomas aims to continue bringing positive change to the RCAS system.

Kate Thomas, a long-time resident of Rapid City, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her candidacy. As a devoted wife, mother of seven, and small business owner, Kate understands the importance of a strong educational foundation for the success of our children and our community.

Driven by her passion for education, Kate has been actively involved in advocating for students with learning differences, particularly dyslexia. Her experience as a tutor for Rapid City Dyslexia Care and her advocacy work within the RCAS Board of Education demonstrate her commitment to ensuring that every student receives the support they need to excel.

Kate’s platform focuses on four key pillars:

1. Educational Excellence: Kate is committed to creating a safe and stimulating learning environment for all students. She advocates for innovative curricula, including STEM and vocational programs, and believes in implementing evidence-based evaluation systems for both curricula and educators.

2. Parental Empowerment: Kate believes in empowering parents to play an active role in their child’s education. She supports programs that provide parents with the tools and knowledge to advocate for their child’s needs and fosters open communication channels between school boards, parents, and communities.

3. Financial Responsibility: Kate prioritizes optimizing budget allocation for schools while pursuing grants to enhance programs and resources without increasing local tax burdens. She is dedicated to maintaining educational quality while being fiscally responsible.

4. Minimizing Distractions: Kate aims to promote focused learning environments by minimizing unnecessary distractions in classrooms. She advocates for policy changes and balanced technology usage to enhance learning effectiveness.

In her candidacy, Kate Thomas envisions a school district that prioritizes the needs of students, fosters academic excellence, and empowers parents to actively participate in their child’s education. She is committed to working collaboratively with parents, educators, and the community to achieve these goals.