Education
Widener University,(ED. D) Lehigh University (MS, M. Ed), East Stroudsburg University, (BS)
Occupation
Education Consultant
Qualifications
Lifetime Career in Education Leadership: Teacher, Assistant Principal, Assistant Superintendent, Current Board President,
1. Student learning and achievement
- Federal Title I funds for low-income students, State Basic Education Funding, Grants
-Federal grants (Title I, IDEA for Special Education
2. Teacher Quality and Retention
- Local property taxes
-State subsidies
Federal Grants (Title II)
3.Facilities and Infrastructure
-Capital improvement bonds
-State reimbursement programs
Education
B.A-Ithaca College 1994, Juris doctorate--Villanova Law School 1998
Occupation
attorney
Qualifications
7 years served on Nazareth School Board, 27 years as practicing attorney, special interest in juvenile law
Biggest priorities are keeping taxes in check while keeping the District strong. The District is financially healthy & managed well. In spite of teacher shortages state-wise, Nazareth remains a district that people want to work in and a place they want to live. Community pride is strong in Nazareth. The school board can reinforce that strength in all its decisions.
Education
B.S., English, Electronic Media and Film (Towson University 2009), Master of Education (WGU, In Progress)
Occupation
Training Manager
Qualifications
16+ years in professional education and learning technology, 2026 Butz Elementary parent, advocate for teachers and students
We need school board transparency in all areas. Tax transparency and fiscal responsibility are paramount, as well as empowering teachers, staff, parents, and students to feel as though they can speak up and partner with school directors to make their voices heard. Much needs to be done to ensure open communication and community partnership to move Nazareth forward.
