My approach to School Committee service is grounded in responsible governance, transparency, and student-centered decision-making while trusting our educators to support all our students as they reach their full potential. I support long-term financial planning that aligns budgets with educational priorities, avoids crisis-driven cuts, and clearly communicates tradeoffs to the community. I believe the School Committee must provide a balance of oversight and support while respecting educators' and administrators' professional roles, and using data and clear metrics to evaluate programs and outcomes. I am committed to protecting student-facing services, particularly special education, academic supports, and mental health resources, while ensuring equity is embedded in policy and practice, not treated as optional. I will advocate for clear accountability, collaborative problem-solving, and policies that sustain high-quality teaching and learning for all students while maintaining public trust and fiscal responsibility.
Students • Teachers • Parents/Caregivers
Every strong school system rests on balance. Students, teachers, and parents/caregivers are equal partners, connected through responsible governance, transparency, and long-term planning.
Students are the purpose of every decision.
Protect student-facing services, including special education, academic interventions, mental health supports, and enrichment.
Use data and clear metrics to evaluate programs based on student outcomes, not assumptions.
Ensure equity is embedded in policy and practice, particularly for students with disabilities, English learners, and historically underserved groups.
Maintain stable budgets that avoid disruptive mid-year cuts to classrooms and services.
Teachers succeed when policy supports professionalism and clarity.
Respect educators' expertise by clearly defining governance boundaries between the School Committee and the administration.
Support effective instruction, collaboration, and professional development grounded in educational research.
Align curriculum and program decisions with classroom realities.
Provide predictability through transparent, responsible budgeting that allows educators to plan and teach effectively.
Parents and caregivers are essential partners in public education.
Commit to transparent communication about budgets, priorities, and tradeoffs.
Clearly explain how policy decisions affect classrooms, services, and student supports.
Create meaningful opportunities for community input and engagement.
Build public trust through accountability, clarity, and long-term planning.
At the Center of the Triangle
Student Outcomes • Educator Support • Parent/Caregiver Trust
Held together by responsible governance, fiscal sustainability, and a shared commitment to strong public schools.