

Why I'm Running
I am honored to be a candidate for the 2024 Grandville School Board. As a lifelong Bulldog and Mom of two young children, I am running to ensure a continued focus on academic excellence, safety and support for our students,
teachers, and administration, and
a welcoming environment for all.

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Bob Wondergem,
Grandville School Board
Mary is the consummate professional who utilizes empathy, compassion and common sense in her decision-making process. She is a caring mother who holds her Christian values as part of her foundation as a parent and a welcoming member of our community. It is common for Mary to apply her wonderful and appropriate use of her sense of humor when she sees others under stress. She cares and maintains a level head. I fully endorse Mary and would appreciate her as a valued School Board Member.

Joe Steffes,
Grandville School Board
I am happy to endorse Mary Gunther for the Grandville School Board. She was a champion for me when I won my seat on the school board. Mary has a huge heart and her values match my values. She is a woman of strong faith with two young children who are just starting in our district demonstrating her commitment to quality education for our students and their families. Mary strives to understand issues and where she can help. She does this with a non-confrontational heart.

Brent DeHaan,
Grandville School Board
Mary is a proud Grandville Bulldog. Her family has lived north of the river and in the greater Grandville area. She supports a common sense approach to curriculum and the District's neutral stance regarding issues of politics, religion, and social issues. This is what's made Grandville a destination district for students, families and staff. For these reasons, I endorse Mary Gunther for the Grandville School Board.

Tommy Brann,
Business Owner /
Candidate for State Legislature
I am endorsing Mary Gunther for the Grandville School Board. Mary believes our schools need to partner with parents looking to educate their children with the core values our community is known for. Grandville is a great district and with Mary on the school board, I feel confident that she will help guide the district to maintain its history as a destination district for families.

Harold & Joanne Voorhees
Long Term Grandville Residents
Mary grew up attending Grandville and we are proud that Mary and her husband Brandon are raising their children in the district to continue her Bulldog experience. We connect with her desire to serve our school community and bring her perspective as a parent and business owner to help guide the Grandville School district. We encourage the community to elect Mary Gunther to the school board.

Randy Gelderloos,
Grandville City Council Member
I am pleased to endorse Mary Gunther for Grandville School Board. I have known Mary and her family for decades, having served with her Dad, Joe Sierawski, on the Grandville City Council, I can attest to her family's willingness to serve their community. Mary has carried her passion for servant leadership to the present day and I know she will make a positive impact on Grandville Public Schools as a Board Member.
Professional and Personal Endorsements
April
Moayyer
Real Estate Broker and Entrepreneur
I’m proud to call Mary a colleague and a friend. She is the person who sees things clearly, has practical advice and demonstrates discretion when necessary. Mary is trustworthy, compassionate, and someone you want in your corner. In our professional relationship, she helped our business grow through her organization, planning and attention to creative details. She is an asset in every environment.
Sara
Ashbay
Grandville Parent
I've known Mary for 5 years now and not only is she a neighbor, but she's a friend. We're happy to be serving with her on the PTC at Grand View. She's an amazing business owner and will bring her amazing talents to the Grandville School Board! I'm excited to help elect Mary Gunther this November!
Joseph
Sierawski
Manufacturing Consultant
I'm pleased to endorse Mary and as a former Grandville City Councilman I'm confident Mary will be a true servant leader on the Grandville School Board. Cast your vote for Mary Gunther on November 5th!
Katelynn
Ostruszka
Owner, Decorating Den Interiors
Mary is a dedicated and passionate advocate for our community, always going above and beyond in her efforts to make a positive impact. As an active member of our community, she’s not only an outstanding business leader but also a loving mom, devoted wife, and loyal friend. Her commitment to serving others is evident in everything she does, and I have no doubt that she will bring the same energy and dedication to the School Board. I’m proud to endorse Mary and wholeheartedly believe she will be a valuable asset, making a meaningful contribution to our community!
Jen
Aalderink
Loan Officer
I've had the honor of working with Mary in various professional groups. She always emerges as a leader in these groups and provides sound advice and practical knowledge to many situations. She is a breath of fresh air and a positive role model.
Bernadette
Smith
Chairman of the Board for The America Project, MIGOP, Ethnic Vice Chair Chaplain for the Women’s Federation of the state of Michigan
My husband and I have raised 7 children in the Grandville School system. We understand the VALUE and the IMPORTANCE of having the right people on the Grandville school board. Mary is a parent that is committed to quality education for the students of Grandville Public. She is not one to sit on the sidelines and wait for better times. Her faith and love for this community are factors that allow me to endorse Mary Gunther for the Grandville School Board. I pray and urge you to VOTE for Mary for Grandville School Board.
Ann
Callahan
Business Engagement Manager
Mary is an amazing small business owner! I have had the opportunity to know Mary for many years in her professional life. She excels at making connections and working with businesses and partners to grow and flourish their business and growth objectives. Mary is passionate about her family, community and making an impact in all aspects of her life. She will be an incredible member of the Grandville School Board!
Jenny
Lashuay
Business Owner
I have gotten to know Mary over the last few years. She is always looking to help other people, is very plugged into Grandville Schools, and is a current PTC Board Member who is leading year-round fundraising efforts. Mary graduated from Grandville and her kids go to school there. I think she will be great at helping the district grow and be a place families want to raise their kids. My family will be voting for Mary this fall.
Laura
Shanley
Family Member and Grandville Resident
I have known Mary for her entire life. I have great confidence that Mary will be a phenomenally effective school board member. As a K-12 Grandville alum, she is fully committed and invested. Mary is a motivated problem solver, a mindful planner, and an incredibly organized business woman who has a multitude of innovative ideas. I know Mary will do everything in her power to make Grandville schools a place parents are excited to send their children.
Alecia
Veldkamp
New Business Development - Gordon Food Service
I have known Mary for over 20 years, to say that she is motivated, intelligent, and honest is an understatement. I had the pleasure of meeting Mary in my early twenties and we developed not only a strong working relationship but a great friendship. She is caring and thoughtful. Mary would put the same passion into serving her community the way she serves her business associates, family, and friends.
Stephanie
Townsend
Business Owner
I am excited to endorse Mary Gunther for the Grandville School Board. Although I do not live in the community, I had the pleasure of meeting Mary through her company, and during her visit, she spoke passionately about her love for Grandville. Her enthusiasm was so infectious that I can’t wait to visit her community myself.
Mary is incredibly kind, communicates professionally, and always follows through on her commitments. Her dedication to maintaining high academic standards and ensuring a safe, supportive environment for all students is evident in everything she does. I would be honored to have someone like Mary serve on my children's school board. She is the ideal candidate to help guide Grandville Public Schools toward a bright future.
Kristy
Kieda
Technical Sales and Project Manager
I met Mary Gunther née Sierawski over a decade ago when we played together on a local softball team for the Grand Rapids Young Professionals. We immediately connected over our love of networking, higher education, and building our careers in West Michigan. Mary has been a personal friend and a professional resource over the past many years. We have both shared professional experiences such as participating in one of the first Lean In circles in the area, actively engaging with the Grand Rapids Young Professionals group through networking, sports, and volunteer events, and most recently joining the Economics Club of Grand Rapids to further our shared interest in education and professional networking with other professionals and academics.
As a friend, I was there to see Mary meet and marry her life partner, and then bring her two amazing children into the world. While she is a business owner, friend, and wife, she is most importantly a dedicated mom to her wonderful kids. Her interest in ensuring they receive the top quality education that Grandville is known for (one of the top reasons I purchased my home in Grandville) and raising them to be productive young adults who can flourish in a safe and supportive environment at home and at school is her highest priority.
Steven
Rainwater
Marketing Manager Bee More Media
We have been working both networking and collaborating with Mary over the last 8 months.
She has been very prompt in following up with our questions and concerns and collaborates well. One of the best clients we currently have as well as partners in the social media space! If you're looking for someone that will help stand up and help you out then talk with Mary and see how great she can make the community grow!
Richard
Crosby
C.O.O
Please consider Mary Guther for Grandville School board! She is a great problem solver who works well with people. Her communication skills will be a great asset for the Grandville school board when dealing with the problems . Being a mother and business woman she understands all voter's concerns especially in today's always changing world! Please Vote for Mary Guther for Grandville School board.
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