A Tribute to my Favorite Teacher: My Mom!

A Tribute to my Favorite Teacher: My Mom!

In Lansing, a common “get to know you” question is “How did you get into politics?” If you’ve heard my answer, you’ll know that my response is always, “Well, my mom is a high school government teacher!” Growing up as not just the teacher’s kid but the government...
Advocacy from the Capitol to the Home

Advocacy from the Capitol to the Home

Summer has gone, and fall has arrived, so too has school.  This school year, I find myself reflecting on the dual roles I play as a lobbyist advocating on behalf of clients for their interests and as a parent advocating on behalf of my child. These past years, I have...
Embracing the Joys of Homecoming

Embracing the Joys of Homecoming

I was the kid always itching to get back to school. There’s always one, right? From sports to clubs, the activity of the school year was always exciting for me. I liked to stay active throughout the year, playing volleyball in the fall, balancing it with student...
The Lifelong Bonds of Grade School Friendships

The Lifelong Bonds of Grade School Friendships

The friendships formed in grade school often hold a special place in our hearts. These early connections forged on the playgrounds and in classrooms can become the foundation for lifelong relationships. There’s something uniquely enduring about the friends we make...
School Panic Alert System Proposed

School Panic Alert System Proposed

Legislation was introduced implementing mobile panic alert systems throughout public and nonpublic schools to ensure real-time coordination between schools, 911, law enforcement, and first responders. Key Points: Senate Bills 1032 and 1033 were introduced by Senator...