Mitch Everton, incumbent
Age: 51 years old
Years in School District: 11
Occupation:
• Executive Director, Anacortes Chamber of Commerce
Education:
University of California, Santa Barbara, B.A.; University of California, Berkeley, MBA
Previous Elective Office:
• Anacortes School Board, 2001-present; as board president, 2003-2007
Other Public Service:
• Anacortes Community Theatre Board, 1999-2007; Anacortes Schools Foundation Board, 2001-2007; Island Hospital Health Foundation Board, 2004-2006; Manieri Foundation Board—Anacortes Public Library, 2006-2008; Anacortes-San Juan Islands Red Cross Board, 2009-present; Anacortes Arts Festival Board, 2009-present
Why I am seeking this office:
Our public schools face trying times in the years ahead. The Anacortes School District is experiencing declining enrollment at the same time that state cuts are being enacted across the board.
I am running for a third term to provide seasoned leadership during a period when there is relatively little time to get up to speed. My focus will be on structured strategic planning—identifying and prioritizing programs and district assets in the face of additional revenue shortfalls. ASD is a great district, with excellent leadership and a motivated and talented staff.
We owe it to our kids to provide the best education possible and to ensure that available resources are used as effectively and efficiently as possible.

