74% → 86%
Double-digit student growth
A 12-point increase in early literacy achievement.
Keeping Kyrene Strong
A proven advocate for Kyrene students
8 years of putting students first.
Leadership that keeps Kyrene strong
Kevin Walsh has spent eight years putting students first on the Kyrene School Board.
He is running for reelection to continue building strong public schools for every Kyrene family.
Leadership for Kyrene
A proven advocate for Kyrene schools
Kevin brings steady, student-first leadership to the Kyrene School Board and remains focused on strong public schools for every family.
Student achievement
Progress that puts students first
During Kevin’s time on the board, Kyrene has delivered meaningful gains in early literacy and student achievement—while staying focused on the work still ahead.
Met 2 years early
Early literacy achievement
Kyrene reached its five-year goal ahead of schedule.
Outpacing the state
State assessment performance
Kyrene students consistently outperform Arizona’s statewide averages on state assessments.
A+ Schools
High quality schools and education
Fifteen Kyrene schools hold the Arizona Educational Foundation’s A+ School of Excellence recognition.
Source: Kyrene Elementary School District Governing Board update, June 10, 2026
Financial responsibility
Transparent stewardship of taxpayer dollars
During Kevin's time on the Board, Kyrene has earned the Government Finance Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting and the Association of School Business Officials International Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting — two of the highest recognitions in governmental and school-district financial reporting.
Source: Kyrene School District, July 16, 2026What Kevin Has Done for Kyrene
Students first
Keeping the focus on strong instruction, support, and opportunity for every learner.
Responsible leadership
Making thoughtful decisions that protect Kyrene’s future.
Stronger schools together
Building connections with open dialogue and community engagement.
A voice for families
Making sure parents are heard in the decisions that shape Kyrene schools.
Let’s keep Kyrene strong
Join Kevin in keeping Kyrene strong for every student, educator, and family.