Nicki Vander Meulen serves on the Madison School Board. She identifies as a Democrat.
2021
–Endorsed Jill Underly (N) for Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin (won)
2022
–Endorsed Angelito Tenorio (D) for Treasurer of Wisconsin (lost primary)
–Endorsed Mandela Barnes (D) for Senator of Wisconsin (lost general election)
2025
–Endorsed Jill Underly (N) for Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin (won)