When you review the duties
of a member of the Board of Education, a key duty
is to formulate and adopt policies for the school
district. Another key duty is to examine and appraise
the educational activities of the school district
on a regular basis. I welcome the opportunity to help
every one of our youth be prepared for a successful
life by performing this duty with the other Board
members.
I have been part of many other Boards of Directors
for organizations that focus on educating youth and
adults in specific areas of health, housing and aging,
so I have the mindset and skill set to work on a team
for the greater good of the community.
Another key duty is to provide the necessary funds
for the operation of the school district. I have worked
with great community leaders for five years as part
of the Citizens Budget and Finance Advisory committee
of the St. Paul Board of Education as we partnered
with Board members and District staff to help the
District with its budget. I have the necessary experience
to review, discuss and prepare recommendations for
a budget that makes best use of your tax money to
further the education mission of the school district.
Finally, another key duty of the Board of Education
is to provide for a two-way flow of ideas between
the Board and the public. After 20 years as a communications
professional, I am a conscientious listener who brings
the variety of feedback, ideas and concerns from people
to the decision-making table. I welcome the opportunity
to listen to your fulfilling and challenging experiences
with public education
Look on my Web site for key issues I want to focus
on and an opportunity for you to send me other issues
you feel the school board should focus on in the coming
school year.
Thank you for your interest in my candidacy. Please
vote to endorse me as one of the four DFL candidates
for the St. Paul Board of Education on June 9 at the
St. Paul city convention.
Peace and success to you all,
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