Becky Sundin Mitchell

Background

Sundin Mitchell teaches middle-school science in Caldwell and has more than 25 years of experience in education, including work as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, university professor, and educational leader. She was named Idaho Teacher of the Year in 2018 and has lived, worked, and raised her family in Idaho since 2009.

Sources: CBS2/FOX9

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• School choice

  She opposes continuing the current school-choice tax credits, citing limited transparency and accountability, and says public tax dollars should be publicly accountable.

  CBS2/FOX9

• Teacher support

  She supports competitive teacher compensation and benefits, improved classroom support, reduced unnecessary administrative burdens, and incentives for educators facing rural housing challenges.

  CBS2/FOX9

• Career pathways

  She proposes stronger partnerships among schools, colleges, career-technical programs, and employers, including access to career exploration, work-based learning, college credit, and industry credentials for public-school students.

  CBS2/FOX9