
Why is Maggie Cook a Smart Choice?
A 24-year career in education.
Maggie is a dedicated supporter of public education, and knows that a strong public school system is the backbone of the community. As a special education teacher, Maggie understands the importance of quality educational services for students and their families. Watch this video to hear more on this topic.
A parent of children in Mentor Public Schools.
Maggie’s youngest daughter attends Mentor High School, and her oldest graduated and now attends the University of Cincinnati. Maggie understands the critical role a parent plays in their child’s educational experience—and advocates for policies that respect parental rights.
Four years of school board experience—and two as president.
Maggie is invested in making our district work for families and protecting the excellent reputation of the Mentor Schools. At the same time, she ensures taxpayers get the best possible return on their investment by overseeing district finances and making conservative budgeting decisions.
Listens to understand, with a proven record of compromises and solutions.
People from all political backgrounds support Maggie because she is known for her ability to hear all sides of an issue before finding a way forward. Maggie doesn’t let political agendas drive her decisions—she relies on her decades of experience in education, feedback from the community, and collaboration with her board colleagues and school administrators.
Maggie Cook is a smart choice because she has kept her campaign promises.