Molly Kudley Schneider is a lifelong Aurora resident, proud graduate of Aurora High School, and a dedicated educator who has spent nearly two decades teaching high school social studies.

Raised in a family with three generations of service to Aurora City Schools and the broader community, Molly understands the value of strong public institutions and thoughtful leadership. She currently serves as an instructional coach, working with teachers across disciplines to strengthen curriculum, mentoring, and professional development. Molly was elected to the Aurora City Schools Board of Education, where she helps guide district policy, oversee budgets, and advocate for students, educators, and families with a focus on transparency, fiscal responsibility, and long term planning.

Nationally recognized for her work in civic and constitutional education, Molly is a James Madison Memorial Fellow and has led professional development for teachers across the country through organizations such as the Bill of Rights Institute and the National Constitution Center. She holds degrees in history, education, and American history and government, and is completing her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction at Kent State University, with research focused on civic learning, student voice, and democratic participation. Molly and her husband Matt, a U.S. Army veteran and local fire chief, are raising their two sons in Aurora, where they attend public schools and remain deeply connected to the community.