The Full Story
Why am I running?
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Children need a stable, consistent environment to thrive.
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Teachers and staff need a support system to educate the next generation.
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Parents need to be empowered to be involved to shape their child's future.
I will ensure those three base needs are met.
Ensure Stability
Top teacher retention; clear directions; looking toward the future.
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Priorities for students:
1. Evaluate the educational timeline for students. Ensure they are on track after the past 18 months.
2. Expand instruction of money management, basics of doing taxes, and other practical money skills
3. Expand health education
4. Review online learning opportunities to:
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Ensure they are sufficiently rigorous;
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Verify safety for students;
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Evaluate attentiveness of online staff
5. Pursue expanded early career guidance
Create Support
Open positions and teachers resigning creates an unstable learning environment. My goal as a member of Tipp School School Board is to ensure, if teachers and administrators are leaving the district, it is to pursue career growth and not to escape a toxic environment.
"Empowering teachers" statement from Lydia:
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"Teachers with children are more able to accommodate students’ needs if their own needs are first met. We need to find a resolution for teachers with children so they don’t feel they must rush out the door when the bell rings. We need compassion and creative problem-solving to foster a strong community."
Empower Parents
Parents, not government, are the ultimate authority in the lives of their children. We need to empower parents, listen to their concerns, and act accordingly.