endorsements
AARON MARTINEZ
DR. DONYALE PADGETT
DR. SHELLY NAJOR
Novi City Council Member
“Dr. Kat’s commitment to Novi is reflected in years of collaboration and service to our schools, our students, and our families. From leading the Novi Educational Foundation, volunteering throughout the district at every level, to stepping up when our community needs her, Kat has consistently invested her time and talents in making Novi's schools stronger. Her recent commitment to helping found the Novi Theatre Boosters will create an impact for years to come. She knows this community, she cares deeply about its future, and I’m proud to support her for Novi School Board.”
DR. SHELLY NAJOR
DR. DONYALE PADGETT
DR. SHELLY NAJOR
Professor of Teaching, Member, Academy of Teachers, Wayne State University
"For nearly 20 years, I have observed Dr. Kat as professor, administrator, leader and colleague. In all spaces, she creates an atmosphere where we feel safe to explore, reflect, question, and share. Dr. Kat is perhaps the most committed, passionate, and devoted teacher/leader/scholar that I know. I have always been moved by her profound respect for students and colleagues, and I have always been proud to call her my dear friend."
DR. MATTHEW HEINTZ
DR. DONYALE PADGETT
DR. DONYALE PADGETT
Novi City Council Member
“Dr. Kat is committed to eduKATion for everyone and supporting students to achieve their goals. She has an impressive amount of experience including being a professor, president of the Novi Education Foundation, and sharing fun facts about penguins as a zoo volunteer. Kat has a clear passion to learn, serve, and lead. Her broad background and experience with a wide range of topics and settings enable her to make evidence-based decisions so that students can thrive. Let's Go Wild Kats!”
DR. DONYALE PADGETT
DR. DONYALE PADGETT
DR. DONYALE PADGETT
Associate Professor, Wayne State University
“I have known Dr. Kat Maguire for almost 20 years. She is a valued colleague and a dear friend. As an educator, I have watched Kat advocate for her students in and outside the classroom. As an administrator at WSU, she led with a collaborative style. She is an engaged parent who, I believe, will advocate for the students and families in Novi with deep knowledge and an eye toward successful outcomes for the students in the district."
MARC JAPPAYA
ANDREA CRAWFORD
MARC JAPPAYA
Novi Parent, Local Business Owner
“I first had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Kat Maguire a couple of years ago at Novi Community Fest, where she introduced me to the mission of the Novi Educational Foundation. Her passion inspired me to learn more for myself, and after speaking with my children’s teachers and others in the district who had seen NEF’s impact firsthand, I discovered that the organization was everything Kat had described and more.
That conversation stayed with me and ultimately became the catalyst for my company’s initiative to donate to NEF for every mortgage loan we close throughout 2026. That is the kind of impact Kat has: she inspired me to become more involved and invested in our community.
Kat is kind, caring, and genuinely committed to what is best for our schools, our children, and Novi as a whole. As a local business owner, Novi parent, and someone who cares deeply about this community, I am proud to endorse Dr. Kat Maguire for the Novi Community School District Board of Education.”
SARAH MUTCH
ANDREA CRAWFORD
MARC JAPPAYA
Novi Parent, Social Worker
“I’m proud to support Kat Maguire for Novi Community School District board member. Kat is a thoughtful, open-minded community leader willing to ask hard questions and make difficult choices—not simply follow what’s popular. Kat has committed herself to doing the work that supports teachers and enriches our students through her leadership roles at the Novi Education Foundation and has vast experience in education as department head at Wayne State University. Kat brings the experience, courage, and commitment our schools deserve.”
KELLY BREEN
ANDREA CRAWFORD
ANDREA CRAWFORD
Novi Parent, State Representative for House District 21
“I’m proud to support Dr. Kat Maguire for Novi School Board. Kat’s professional background as an educator combined with her record of leadership and volunteerism in the district makes her an ideal candidate for School Board.”
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ANDREA CRAWFORD
ANDREA CRAWFORD
ANDREA CRAWFORD
Novi Parent, Childcare Provider
“As a longtime member of the Novi community and parent who has been part of the District for many years, I am proud to support Kat Maguire for Novi Board of Education.
Our family has experienced Novi Schools through many different stages from kindergarten to graduation and over the years we have seen firsthand how important it is to have Board members who listen to families, ask thoughtful questions, communicate openly, and are willing to advocate for what is best for students.
As an in-home childcare provider here in Novi, I also have the unique opportunity to build relationships with many families in our community, including families who are just beginning their journey with Novi Schools. Through those relationships and conversations, I’m constantly reminded of how important our schools are to families and how much parents value feeling informed, heard, and connected to their district.
One of the things I appreciate most about Kat is her willingness to listen. She is approachable, asks thoughtful questions, and genuinely wants to hear from the people she hopes to represent. I have seen her make an intentional effort to engage with parents and community members, understand their concerns, and learn about the issues affecting our students and schools.
I believe our Board of Education benefits from members who are engaged with the community, willing to ask questions, and committed to keeping students at the center of their decisions.”
LAURA MARIE CASEY
Kevin, Leigh, Esmé, and Reed Scott
Kevin, Leigh, Esmé, and Reed Scott
Novi City Councilmember
“Learning. Leading. Together. These are the commitments at the heart of Dr. Kat Maguire’s campaign, and they’re the ones I believe every school board member should make. Strong boards are built on members who approach issues with curiosity, weigh ideas carefully, bring people together, and treat every voice with fairness and respect. Dr. Kat has already stepped up to support students and the district as President of the Novi Educational Foundation and a member of the executive board of the Novi Theatre Boosters, and I’m confident she’ll bring that same dedication to the school board.”
Kevin, Leigh, Esmé, and Reed Scott
Kevin, Leigh, Esmé, and Reed Scott
Kevin, Leigh, Esmé, and Reed Scott
Novi Parents, Student, and Alumna
“As Novi residents and parents of a recent grad and a current student in the Novi Community School District, we enthusiastically endorse Dr. Kat Maguire for the Novi School Board in the upcoming November 3rd election. Having known Kat for nearly 18 years, we have seen firsthand the qualities she would bring to the Board: intelligence, compassion, authenticity, and a practical approach to problem-solving. She has consistently demonstrated her commitment to Novi students and families through her active involvement in the schools and after-school programs. Her experience as both an educator and an administrator enables her to consider issues from multiple perspectives while understanding their financial implications. Our family is confident that Dr. Kat Maguire would be a thoughtful, informed, and positive voice on the Novi School Board.”
nOVI alumni and community endorsements
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organizations
Novi Education Association
Michigan Education Association
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Novi Democratic Club