Priorities

1) Model Courageous Dialogue – Many have described the GRPS School Board as a “rubber stamp board”. I, along with other colleagues, have worked to address this perception by  encouraging open dialogue, asking tough questions, and challenging the status quo. If re-elected, I will continue to work on making this a priority.

2) Increase Transparency & Public Trust – From our budget decisions, to building and program consolidation, to staffing, there is a lot happening in GRPS. We must work to increase transparency in these decisions so that folks are aware of our processes and, even when there is disagreement, understand how we came to the final decision. And when we fail to meet our commitments, we must hold ourselves and each other accountable. Only then can we build a strong foundation of trust with our constituents.

3) Speak Honestly About Our Challenges –  GRPS, like every other district, is not without its challenges. But the way we address difficult issues is important. We must not only speak honestly about the issues we face, but work to confront these issues with measurable solutions that are developed alongside our most important stakeholders, our families and staff.