04/28/2026
As I wrap up my first year on the school board, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting.
I ran because I wanted all of our students to be seen and valued, to help bring accountability to the board so our district can be consistent, reliable, and strong through both challenges and successes.
What I didn’t expect was how much of this work happens behind the scenes. While committee meetings are accessible, the board meetings are visible, my preparation for all of that is not and that has given me a new appreciation for the role.
I’ve also gained a lot of respect for the boardroom itself. It’s shown me that sometimes change is necessary to start a new chapter and keep moving forward.
One thing I’m especially proud of: our Parent Teacher Advisory Committee meets for the first time tonight. I first mentioned it back in August, and by staying on it, it’s now becoming a reality. It is a small step, but it’s an important one for building stronger connections with our families.
I’m grateful for the relationships that are growing - with fellow board members, district leadership, and our superintendent, who continues to be responsive and thoughtful. Trust is being built, and I’m committed to staying accessible.
This year also brought loss to our district. In those moments, I felt the weight of wanting to do more while respecting the role of our administrators to lead.
As I head into year two, I’m focusing on two things: doing a better job explaining the “why” behind our decisions, and making more time to visit all of our schools.
Thank you again for the opportunity to serve. There’s still a lot of work ahead, and I’m committed to it.
