Lisa Heinert (Republican)

6148 Co Rd 210
Pine Bluffs, Wyoming 82082-9527
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Lisa Heinert is a graduate of Laramie County School District 2, a mother of three current LCSD2 students, and someone whose roots in eastern Laramie County run deep. A graduate of LCCC, she went on to earn degrees from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln before starting her career in community and international development, and later choosing to move her family back home in 2020. Professionally, Lisa is a nonprofit and business leader who has spent her career guiding teams through change, fundraising for impact, and building organizations that last. Locally, she's known for showing up: she helped keep the community's district-wide Literacy Camp going and growing, and stepped in to lead the PBES Christmas Store when it was at risk, among several other community and volunteer roles. She's running for the school board to bring practical, collaborative leadership to the district, and to keep the focus where it belongs: on our students and our communities.

As Chief Operating Officer of Black Fox Global, a global fundraising firm, I lead a team of global specialists and oversee operations and business development. Prior to this, I served as Managing Director at Orkeeswa, a community-based school in rural East Africa where I led fundraising strategy, financial management, and organizational development. I also bring a strong commitment and dedication to our local communities, and serve in a variety of volunteer and leadership roles.

K–12, Laramie County School District 2
Associate's degree, Laramie County Community College
B.S. in Agriculture Economics (minor, International Agriculture), University of Nebraska–Lincoln
M.A. in Leadership Development (minor, Educational Psychology), University of Nebraska–Lincoln

FFA Alumni
Pine Bluffs United Methodist Church Lay Speaker & Missions Committee Member
Volunteer recreation basketball and soccer coach
Laramie County Master Gardener
Eastern Laramie County Literacy Camp Organizer

I'm running because I believe quality public education is one of the most important investments a community can make in its future, and because I know firsthand what this district can do for kids. I'm a product of LCSD2, and all three of my children are students here now. This isn't about a title or an agenda. I'm running because I believe our students, teachers, staff, and community are best served when we work together to solve problems, and that's the kind of work I show up for. When our district-wide Literacy Camp was about to disappear, I brought parents and partners from across our communities together to keep it going and growing. When the PBES Christmas Store faced a leadership gap, I stepped in to keep the tradition alive. That's how I approach challenges: I roll up my sleeves, listen, and find a way forward. I've spent my career leading people through change and building things that last. I'll bring that same practical, collaborative approach to the school board – listening first, understanding the whole picture, then making informed decisions that serve the entire district. I don't think I have all the answers, and I'm not interested in being the loudest voice in the room. I want to help our schools and communities thrive, together.

1. Responsible stewardship of our funding. Most of our K–12 dollars come from the state, and how that money is allocated is being actively reworked; in September 2026 the Wyoming Supreme Court ruled on the adequacy of state funding, and the Legislature recently recalibrated the funding model in ways that affects the flexibility rural districts like ours have long depended on. I'll put my background in operations and finance to work making sure every dollar is spent wisely and that our district and our kids are clearly advocated for.

2. Supporting and retaining great teachers and staff. Small rural districts work hard to attract and keep excellent educators, and it goes beyond teachers to the bus drivers, paraprofessionals, food service, and custodial staff who keep our schools running. Right now a bus driver shortage is affecting sports practices, field trips, and route lengths. When we're short-handed anywhere, everyone feels it. I want our people supported, trusted, and set up to succeed.

3. Getting ahead of how technology is changing the classroom. Between devices and the rapid arrival of AI, the learning environment is changing fast. The board's role isn't to micromanage classrooms – those calls belong to our educators – but to be proactive in supporting teachers, learning from the evidence, and protecting what makes real learning happen. Technology is only a tool; skilled teachers who know their students make the real difference.