Here’s a sneak peek at my responses for the League of Women Voters and St. Louis Post-Dispatch Voters Guide.
Age
51
Highest post-secondary education
BES, University of Missouri-Columbia, educational technology
BS, University of Missouri-Columbia, mathematics
AB, University of Missouri-Columbia, philosophy
minor, University of Missouri-Columbia, Spanish
Occupation
Web developer
What are your top three priorities for the district? (375-character limit)
I’ll work with the six other board members and superintendent to foster community trust and engagement through proactive communication and transparent, ethical governance; plan for long-term financial sustainability by making wise and equitable use of taxpayer money; and support our teachers and parents in the shared quest to help all students achieve their full potential.
(I’m inordinately happy that this answer is exactly 375 characters long.)
Share any experience in education or within the district. (375-character limit)
I’ve been an SLPS parent since 2012. I’m the only candidate who has kids enrolled in the district. I have an education degree. I was the director of North St. Louis YouthBuild, a construction training and GED program in the Hyde Park Neighborhood. Before becoming a parent, I volunteered at Mann Elementary in south city and Bryan Hill Elementary in north city.