Reopening schools became a rallying cry for parents. Now it’s a campaign issue in suburban school board races: ‘This is a lot bigger than COVID’

“Unfortunately, if you’re running on one issue, and you get elected, you’re going to get to your first meeting and realize, ‘Oh my goodness, I need to understand the budget, curriculum and the legislative process,’ ” she said. “The role of the school board is critically important, and members can often be faced with constant battles on decisions that directly impact students.”