Janie Ward-Engelking is our best choice to represent South/Southeast Boise in the Idaho State House. Janie doesn’t just talk about helping children and families, she rolls up her sleeves and gets the job done. From serving as a classroom teacher, team mom, and a community volunteer, Janie knows that children need access to quality teachers, rigorous curriculum, and a classroom setting that promotes learning.
Education is the best economic development tool we have. Companies need a highly educated work force and students need jobs so they can stay in Idaho. These are serious times and they require creative solutions and a common sense approach. Janie Ward-Engelking is an experienced, common sense leader who has spent a lifetime making things work.
Janie Ward-Engelking is:
- A native Idahoan. She grew up on a small farm near Marsing with four brothers. Janie and her husband, Kay Engelking, raised five children in Idaho and are currently watching six wonderful grandchildren thrive in the area.
- A graduate from Vallivue High School in Caldwell, Idaho. After graduation, she attended Whittier College, received a Bachelor of Science degree from Idaho State University, and a master’s degree from Boise State University.
- A 26-year resident of District 18
- Classroom teacher for 33 years
- Strong voice in advocating for the children of Idaho
- Part of a community interview team to pick the current superintendent of the Boise School District
- Trainer and facilitator for building community partnerships throughout the state
- Chairperson for numerous committees in her professional organization
- A member of the steering committee and facilitator for a public school summit for parents, educators, and businesses (S.P.E.A.K.)
- Member of a community drug advisory committee
- Part of the Statesman/Channel 7 interview team for statewide candidates
- Past member of Phi Delta Kappa (Education group)
- Past member of Boise Junior League
- Curriculum writer and trainer for the College of Western Idaho
Janie Ward-Engelking for Idaho State House. A real local leader with actual results.