Bret Wagner

A Madison Dad on a Mission for Our Kids

I'm an engineer, former teacher, and father of two MMSD students who believes in the power of public education to transform lives.

My Story

• Grew up in public schools in Fort Atkinson
• Graduated UW-Madison (Chemical Engineering, 2003)
• Taught high school science, increasing pass rates by 117%
• Founded Science for America to support teachers
• Now leading digital and financial transformation projects in healthcare
• Raising two kids in Madison schools with my wife Katie

Why I'm Running

Our schools work best when every student has the support they need, when we let teachers do what they do best, and when we use real data to make smart choices. That's why I'm running for school board- because getting these basics right matters for every kid in Madison.

Quick Facts

• Two kids in MMSD schools
• Cherokee Heights Middle School PFO President
• Junior Achievement Volunteer & Board Member
• Taught High School Physics & Chemistry in Houston Independent School District
• Confirmation Guide at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church