In October 2023, Travis Stoliker announced his appointment as a Trustee of the Haslett Board of Education, filling a vacancy left by Monica Del Castillo's resignation. The announcement was published on his Year of the Opposite Substack newsletter, where Stoliker shared his excitement about serving the community that raised him.
Stoliker's appointment followed a formal selection and interview process at a board meeting. His term ran through December 31, 2024. In his application, Stoliker highlighted his experience in financial management and strategic planning through his restaurant ventures, board governance from prior roles at Ele's Place and the East Lansing Zoning Board of Appeals, and deep community engagement — noting that his businesses had twice cleared student lunch debts at Mason School District and provided meals during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As a lifelong Greater Lansing resident and father of a son attending Wilkshire Elementary School, Stoliker emphasized that school boards are responsible for "setting the vision and goals for the district" and ensuring "students and staff have the resources and support they need to succeed." He described his appointment as an opportunity to give back to the community that "has given so much" to his family.
Stoliker ran in the general election for Haslett Public Schools, At-large, on November 5, 2024, to continue in this role. His profile at Ballotpedia notes his background as a serial entrepreneur, restaurateur, and publishing executive. He currently serves as a Trustee on the Board of Education and remains active as a coach, serving as head football coach for the Bath Bees and coaching middle school track and youth football.