Education is the foundation of a successful community, this includes the students, families, all citizens, businesses, houses of worship, organizations, and agencies – all of Winchester. When our schools and students are successful, we are all successful.

I clearly understand that teachers must be valued, empowered, and supported, in order for the learning experience for our students to be all that it should be.

In order for our entire division to thrive to the benefit of each and every student, we need a Board that is ready and able to make decisions based on best practices, good judgment, common sense, and personal integrity. In order to create effective solutions, our Board members must also understand the state laws, Board policy, and federal regulations that impact local issues.

Our community has high expectations. Our mission, “Learning for ALL whatever it takes,” is not a platitude; it reflects our heritage of commitment to the students. I am grateful to have been appointed by the Winchester City Council to the WPS School Board in 2015. It’s been an honor to build upon the outstanding work of so many who have served before me, yet I am committed to identify, collaborate, and make necessary change happen.