Alan Karpick

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Maria Koliantz for several years  and I can say without hesitation that she is one of the most dedicated and thoughtful advocates we could ask for on the school board. As a parent volunteer and active member of the West Lafayette Schools Education Foundation, Maria listens carefully to students, teachers, and families, then turns that input into constructive action. Her calm, empathetic approach makes people feel heard and included — a quality our schools need as decisions are made that affect every child.

Maria brings a rare combination of practical financial savvy and deep commitment to public education. In her day job managing large construction budgets, she has developed a clear, disciplined understanding of complex finances and long-term planning; that expertise is invaluable when deciding how to steward our district’s resources responsibly and transparently. At the same time, her long history as an advocate — going back to her work with the Detroit Public Schools Foundation — shows she understands that numbers represent children, teachers, and futures, and she fights for policies that put students first.

For these reasons, I wholeheartedly support Maria Koliantz for election to the school board. She is a listener, a leader, and a problem-solver who blends professional experience with genuine care for our community.