EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION
John Arthur is dedicated to elevating education for all students as part of the Utah State Board of Education. With a career devoted to empowering students and advocating for educators, John brings unparalleled passion and expertise to the board. As the 2021 Utah Teacher of the Year, John's commitment to fostering excellent learning environments and championing the needs of every student is unmatched. His vision extends beyond the classroom, aiming to reshape the trajectory of education in Utah by prioritizing policies that grow student success and teacher empowerment. With John Arthur, elevating education isn't just a goal—it's a promise to every student, teacher, and community member across District 7.
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WATCH: Teachers and Education Advocates Testify on Public School Challenges
The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee held a hearing on challenges facing public school teachers. Witnesses included John Arthur, teachers and policy advocates, who testified that low pay, being under-resourced, lack of professional respect, overwhelming responsibilities, poor training, and unsafe workplace environments were key reasons behind teacher shortages. Committee Chair Bernie Sanders (I-VT) proposed the Pay Teachers Act, which would include a guarantee that teacher salaries are at least $60,000 per year.
