The Mirror’s editorial board endorses the following candidates in the 2015 general election:

School District 2: Claire Wilson

In the Federal Way Public Schools race for District 2, the Mirror endorses incumbent Claire Wilson, who is competent, passionate and brings her experience as a seasoned board member to the school district.

Wilson is committed to doing what is best for kids. Her first priority will also be to help the new superintendent create a new strategic plan — an issue that has been sorely lacking for the district. Wilson vows to work with parents on this plan and implement a strategy that reflects the community’s vision.

Most importantly, Wilson will bring stability to a district that has been mired in turmoil and turnover for far too long.

Her challenger Angela Griffin is also passionate about engaging with students and families, and is a fierce advocate for ensuring high quality education for all children.

She should run for office again once the school board and new superintendent have had time to build stability and move forward with the district’s new strategic plan.

Voters will benefit by electing Wilson, who is the champion we need on the school board.

Fire Position 2: Bill Fuller

Political newcomer Bill Fuller will bring a thoughtful approach and fresh perspective as a new commissioner for the South King Fire and Rescue board Position 2.

Fuller plans to help the board establish a long-term strategy that will accommodate Federal Way’s growth. He would also implement a bench-marking system that would help the fire district measure where its strategies are doing well or where improvements should be made.

A former volunteer firefighter for South Snohomish County District No. 1, Fuller is passionate about the fire district.

Roger Flygare is a longtime business owner who knows how to balance a budget and run a business. He would be better suited to run for a different board, such as Lakehaven, where he doesn’t have ties to current elected officials.

Voters are best served by Fuller’s approach.

30th District: Carol Gregory

In the hotly contested 30th Legislative District race for Position 2, the Mirror endorses incumbent Carol Gregory, who has demonstrated that she deserves a shot for a full term. Gregory has been an education leader in Washington state, beginning as a classroom teacher in 1965 and most recently serving as president of the Federal Way school board.

Her extensive background and experience makes her the best candidate for this position, who will be tasked with figuring out how to fully fund basic education.

Her opponent Teri Hickel has strong leadership potential, is intelligent and has demonstrated a solid commitment to the Federal Way community as the former executive director of Advancing Leadership. We encourage her to run again for the Legislature after she has gained a deeper understanding of the issues.

Voters will benefit by electing Gregory, an intelligent leader who knows the issues well.