ANNIE ROMANO

Representing Precinct 5 on the Salt Lake City School Board

Clear Priorities

Safety

Prioritize psychological and physical safety for every student, educator, and member of the community in Salt Lake City public schools.

Academic Excellence

Foster learning and growth for every student (based on their individual needs), focusing especially on early education and literacy.

Stewardship

Manage public funds with fiscal responsibility and long-term strategy; and continue sustainability measures to steward natural resources.

Mission Statement

I work to realize the Salt Lake City School District's vision - excellence and equity in education, striving to support every student in every classroom, every day - by governing with integrity, intelligence, and compassion.

Experience and Advocacy

K-12 Kids

+ Fierce mama bear of child with 504 / IEP (2017 - present)

+ K - 5 Art Instructor at Legacy Preparatory Academy (2010 - 2011)

+ Mentor for At Risk Youth (7-12) in Hillsborough County Schools ( 2013 - 2014)

+ International Porgram Director (7-12) at American International School of Utah (2015 - 2018)

+ BONUS: Aunt, Mom, Nanny, Primary Teacher, Camp Counselor

Op-Ed in Tampa Bay Times
"Mentors Make A Difference"

Policy & Management

+ Strategy and Nonprofit Management Consultant for Arts-Kids (2012), Community Abuse Prevention Services Agency (2012), and UVU School Community University Partnership (2013)

+ Education Fellow for the Partnership for Public Service - US Department of Ed contract (2013)

+ Chapter President for RESULTS for public health and education (2013 - 2015)

+ Board Member for Salt Lake City School District, policy subcomittee (2025 - present)

+ BONUS: Politics Nerd, Bold Protester, Anti-Racist Book Clubber, LGBTQIA+ Ally

City Weekly article
"Annie Romano selected to fill vacancy on Salt Lake City Board of Education"

Service

BYU article
Achatina Snail Farms wins 2nd Place in Social Venture Competition

+ Refugee Family Mentor for Women of the World (2015 - 2018)

+ Board Member of Devoted to Children - Haiti (2014 - 2016)

+ Co-founder of Achatina Snail Farms (2012 - 2015)

+ Member and Board Member of Grantwell (2012 - 2013)

+ Volunteer Missionary (2009 - 2010)

+ BONUS: Utah Road Home Volunteer, Meal-maker, Nonprofit Donor, Friend