"Maxine working hard for you — representing the people of Fairbanks with a great passion for learning and a commitment to life-long opportunity for all Alaskans."
Origin
Koyukon Athabascan, born and raised in Fairbanks
Native Name
Neelthdinlo — "a strong runner"
District
District 31 — Fairbanks
Education
B.S., Elementary Education — UAF
M.S., Curriculum Development — Lesley University
Career
21 years teaching at Denali Elementary, Fairbanks.
Contributing member, Women in Science Alaska.
Priorities
Education funding (pre-K through university)
Lowering costs for Fairbanks families
High-paying jobs and workforce development
Interests
Running, skiing, hiking, gardening, and being active in the outdoors