Warren's boundaries are large, and as such, incorporates multiple villages, towns, and communities. What is controversial to one person may not be to another. Curriculum controversies can be difficult to navigate. One of our biggest responsibilities is to set policy, so making sure policy reflects the wants and needs of the community is important. During the public comment portion of a board meeting, we actively listen, have the necessary discussion, and follow-up to any concerns. Q: How do you view your role in confronting policy or curriculum controversies: provide leadership even if unpopular, give a voice to constituents - even ones with whom you disagree, or defer to state authorities?Ī: As a board member, I am there to represent all constituents and listen to their concerns. The Warren experience should adequately prepare, align to those institutional requirements, and if able to do so, provide either dual credit or certifications that allow our students to have a jump start in the process. The majority of our students move on to further their education. Q: Are there curriculum issues within the district that you feel need particular attention from the board?Ī: One area that is of particular interest to me, is alignment of college and career pathways. The school board is also interested in monitoring growth from key performance indicators to make sure goals are being met. The school board is there as oversight to make sure those decisions reflect the community values and aspirations for their children. Q: What is the role of the school board in setting and monitoring curriculum?Ī: The Superintendent and administration, department leads, and other instructional leaders are the professionals we employ to make curricular decisions. To answer it simply, it is to support strong instructional programming at Warren, hire and retain the best staff for our children, and keep a watchful eye on finances.
Q: Why are you running for this office, whether for reelection or election the first time? Is there a particular issue that motivates you?Ī: There is no singular issue that is motivating me to run. Previous offices held: Board Member at Warren Township High School 121, Board Member at Woodland School District 50 Q&A Occupation: School District Administrator
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