Candidate Profiles

Our district is in a state of transition and uncertainty while there are some exciting new developments going on. There is still a great sense of unease and frustration . And because I’m so passionate about this district, im showing up again to serve. I have longevity in this district and have invested so much hard work ,love and care for the past 20 years. I am willing to continue the hard work. Over the last four years I have put in some very very hard work and long hours and very late nights to make sure that the outcomes for our teachers and students are favorable, consistent and fair. Our district have experienced so great challenges that have shaken the foundation of our identity and influence in our community. But I remain steadfast and committed to doing the work that it takes to make sure that teachers and staff are feeling valued and supported.That every student is able to identify this district as a safe engaging place to learn and thrive. That every single staff member is seen and heard. My leadership, passion and commitment to this district is what is needed. I will continue to be a strong advocate for what is right and fair. I’m so ready to continue this work . There’s a lot to do and I’m here for it.

My attendance has been great! There are times when there are family emergencies or unexpected sickness or things like that will come up. However, over the 4 years I have showed up and have been very available and present. That’s including community events. And all sorts of opportunities professional and community related in connection to my job as a Board director.

I will put a demand on more Transparency Communication Better Teacher and Staff Support l And more community insight

Lack of clear communication Lack of Transparency We have to connect more with teacher voice. Some strengths are the willingness to do what it takes to make the necessary improvements. The innovative spirit of this district The sense of community and pride our main strength is the Amazing educators and students who embrace this district each day and makes it a place that contributes to great outcomes for our students and our communities

Executive level unnecessary staff Some of the outsourcing Sometimes we are too top heavy

Yes! I believe this will give our students an advantage that will help them greatly achieve much better outcomes . I believe this is essential to helping our graduation rates. It gives our students more tools as they enter into the workforce as graduates. Yes I will do my work to make sure that information is clear and available to our students and parents. But overall I support it.

Absolutely! Our students and staff deserve this. We are long over due. Our community and the people we serve in our didn’t deserve this.

I do however we have some work to still do there

I would love to give teachers a raise. Paras , secretaries and make sure that every student who wanted to participate in the arts but has challenges could still do so. Also teacher supports whether it’s more staff or other types of supports for our teachers

We have had some new curriculum launch and im really watching and paying close attention to the data presented about how it’s working and how comfortable teachers are teaching it. It matters to me that it’s working on both ends. We as a board must commit to digging in on this to make sure it’s what our students need and is what our staff is comfortable .implementing Again , teacher voice matters .much

Transparency and clear communication. We are in this together for the greater good of the people we serve. If an email is sent I will respond and point you in the right direction to get answers. I will follow up to make sure you have the right information and that you are satisfied with what you needed.

There are some things that are being worked in right now that will improve safety for our children and teachers. It is very important to me that we get this right. It’s a work that is definitely in progress.I will continue to to lean in on this until I feel we have exhausted everything possible to make sure our staff and students are safe.