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A Blueprint for Progress

Economic Opportunity

Fostering small business innovation and creating stable, high-wage jobs for every family in our district.

Environmental Stewardship

Investing in our schools to empower the next generation with the tools they need to lead and succeed.

Education Reform

Investing in schools to empower the next generation with the tools they need to lead and thrive.

Voices of Support

"Kaelen possesses the integrity and vision we desperately need. I offer my full endorsement."
Dr. Aris Thorne, Community Leader
"I trust Kaelen to fight for our families and our future. A true public servant."
Elara Finch, Small Business Owner
"Having worked alongside Kaelen on local initiatives, I’ve seen the commitment to real, tangible results."
Mateo Solis, Educator

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Katherine Dunneback is a proud product of public education and comes from a family of public school teachers. She grew up downstate and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in speech and hearing science and related disorders.

In her 22-year career working as a speech-language pathologist, Katherine has worked in public, private, city, suburban, and downstate schools and pediatric clinics. She’s been a staff member, union leader, parent, and advocate in a variety of school and clinical settings.

She and her husband Brian live on the South Side of Chicago and have raised twin boys both with educational needs met through IEPs, giving her experience with the special education system as both a parent and a practitioner. She sees the role of Chicago Public School Board member as the next step in a career spent putting children and families first.