Jeanne Beasley

Jeanne Beasley

Nonpartisan

Candidate, Scottsdale Unified Governing Board At-large

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Last election

November 5, 2024

Next election

November 3, 2026

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Jeanne Beasley is running for election for an at-large seat of the Scottsdale Unified Governing Board in Arizona. Beasley is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026.^[source]

Beasley completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2026

See also: Scottsdale Unified School District, Arizona, elections (2026)

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for Scottsdale Unified Governing Board At-large (2 seats)

Incumbent Amy Carney (Nonpartisan), Jeanne Beasley (Nonpartisan), and Jennifer Johnson (Nonpartisan) are running in the general election for Scottsdale Unified Governing Board At-large on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Amy Carney  (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Jeanne Beasley  (Nonpartisan)
		Jennifer Johnson  (Nonpartisan)

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Jeanne Beasley received the following endorsements and voter guide recommendations. To send us additional endorsements, click here.

• Arizona Women of Action
• Students First Coalition PAC

2024

See also: Scottsdale Unified School District, Arizona, elections (2024)

General election

General election for Scottsdale Unified Governing Board At-large (3 seats)

The following candidates ran in the general election for Scottsdale Unified Governing Board At-large on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Donna Lewis (Nonpartisan)	18.9	56,097
✔		Matthew Pittinsky (Nonpartisan)	17.8	52,961
✔		Michael Sharkey (Nonpartisan)	17.6	52,355
	Submit photo	Jeanne Beasley (Nonpartisan)	15.8	46,850
		Gretchen Jacobs (Nonpartisan)	15.5	46,000
		Drew Hassler (Nonpartisan)	14.3	42,422
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	563

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 297,248
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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Jeanne Beasley completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Beasley's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

As a longtime Scottsdale resident with a deep interest in the education of children, I began attending Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board meetings five years ago. What began as a desire to better understand how taxpayer dollars are spent on education grew into a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our schools. That experience strengthened my commitment to serving my community and ultimately led me to run for a seat on the Governing Board.

I have spent many hours volunteering in the classroom while my three children attended Scottsdale Unified School District. Later, I became a member of the District’s Audit Committee, where I work with other committee members and district staff to review audits covering areas such as human resources, transportation, and insurance. I collaborate with committee members and district staff to ensure that audit findings are addressed and that tax dollars are used as efficiently and effectively as possible. I have worked as a litigation paralegal at the same law firm for more than 20 years. Drawing on my extensive legal experience, I also serve on the City of Scottsdale’s Judicial Appointments Advisory Board. Along with other Board members, I help ensure that the Scottsdale City Court maintains a highly qualified and experienced panel of judges to serve the community.

Recently, I obtained my substitute teaching certificate, along with the required coaching certifications, to pursue my lifelong passion for

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Academic Achievement As enrollment declines and educational choice options expand, more families are choosing alternatives to traditional public schools. It is our responsibility to regain their trust by delivering strong academics, competing with other options, and ensuring every child learns in a safe, supportive, and enriching school environment.
• Fiscal Responsibility SUSD is confronting a significant budget shortfall of approximately $7.7 million, which will require thoughtful and responsible decision-making. I believe taxpayer dollars must be managed with accountability and care. Our first priority should always be the classroom by supporting students and teachers before expanding administration. I will advocate for transparency and clear communication, so the community understands how resources are allocated. We must also evaluate programs based on measurable outcomes to ensure every dollar supports meaningful results for students.
• My long-term vision is to make Scottsdale Unified a district that families eagerly choose rather than consider leaving. I am committed to building a district recognized for academic excellence, close family partnerships, and graduates prepared for life after school. Achieving this requires a renewed focus on fundamentals, strong teacher support and retention, fiscal responsibility, and rebuilding family confidence in our public schools.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

My public policy priorities are academic achievement, responsible fiscal stewardship, and strong neighborhood schools. I support policies that focus district resources on student learning, support teachers and staff, and ensure taxpayer dollars are used effectively and transparently. I also believe Scottsdale Unified should remain responsive and competitive as families have more educational options. This means evaluating programs and outcomes, encouraging innovation, and working collaboratively with educators, parents, district staff, and the community to develop policies that strengthen our schools and support the District’s long-term sustainability.

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Campaign website

Beasley's campaign website stated the following:

ISSUES

Academic Achievement

I will work to...

Ensure every neighborhood school is equipped to help students succeed academically, addressing challenges early so families feel confident choosing and staying in our public schools.

Fiscal Responsibility

I will work to...

Manage district resources wisely and transparently so dollars are prioritized for classrooms, programs, and solutions that strengthen schools before considering consolidation or closure.

Thriving Neighborhood Schools

I will work to...

Invest in enrollment growth, strong programs, and community partnerships to keep neighborhood schools open and thriving—making closure a last resort, not a default response.

— Jeanne Beasley's campaign website (August 26, 2026)

Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

2024

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