Elected Experience
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Other Professional Experience
Visual display artist, 8 years. Classified and emergency substitute for BGPS, 3 years. Currently work for the Family Policy Institute of Washington.
Education
Graduated Prairie HS, University of Southern Oregon, B.S. in Art.
Community Service
Since 2018, advocated for family engagement in education, Director of WA Parents’ Rights in Education, 5 years. Worked with lawmakers, school board directors, and met twice with Superintendent Chris Reykdal. Spearheaded organizing members of WSSDA who eliminated the weighted vote, breaking Seattle’s control and restoring fairness in voting. Worked with the district to revise the library procedure improving oversight and consistency. Served on the Citizens Advisory Committee.
Statement
Battle Ground School District offers many valuable and unique opportunities for students that might not be offered in other districts. We have dedicated teachers who care deeply about our children and work hard to provide a strong education.
However, I believe we can do better. Our test scores have dropped yet graduation rates have gone up. We pay over $17,000 per student and despite the district's efforts to be fiscally responsible they have been forced to cut $20 million from the budget. I believe there is room for improvement.
I aim to foster open communication and transparency between families and the district, while focusing on better fiscal management. I’ll work towards greater transparency in contract negotiations. I’ll work with the district to increase community involvement by encouraging more volunteers. I’ll work with the district to increase middle school readiness by ensuring that every child is reading at grade level by the time they enter 4th grade. I’ll work with the district and the community to bring back the Aspire program and middle school sports.
Let's work together to bring back a strong foundation of excellence in education for all of our kids.
For more information
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