Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Education
College
Qualifications
Richland County Recreation Board of Commissioners (February 2021 - February 2026 Bus Driver Richland District Two (16) years
Campaign Phone
8034049965
Campaign Email
mobley0629@gmail.com
I would support a" purposeful technology, Limited Distraction" approach rather than a blanket ban or a simple daily screen -time quota.
Students should generally be allowed and even encouraged to use AI, but with clear boundaries.
The board should protect educational quality while restructuring. Budget saving should not become the sole objective. The board should monitor whether responses to charter competition affect class sizes, teacher retention, special education etc.
The school board's role is to create conditions that make excellent teachers want to join, stay, and grow in the district-not managing individual teachers or making day- to -day hiring decisions. The board should govern through policy, budget, accountability, and its relationship with the superintendent. Boards set direction and oversee the system, while the superintendent and administration handle operational recruitment and personnel management.
Education
American Military University, FEMA’s National Disaster & Emergency Management
Qualifications
Superintendent PAC (3 years), SIC (3 years), PTO President (3 Years), Academic’s Standard Taskforce for SC Social Studies-Ready Standards (1 Year), Chief of Operations (4 Years-Current) Fort Jackson Retiree Councill (4 Years-Current), Fort Jackson Volunteer of the Year-Retiree CAT (2026), SC Mother of the Year (2024) Retired US Army 1SG (Served 25 Years)
Campaign Email
team.morgan@outlook.com
I support policies that ensure technology in schools is used with clear purpose and intention. Digital tools should enhance instruction, not replace teacher-led learning. Screen time should be structured and balanced. I support setting reasonable ratios where technology is used for research, creativity, and project-based learning. Allowing students to explore ideas, collaborate, and innovate while maintaining meaningful teacher interaction as the foundation of instruction. Screen time should be monitored and age-appropriate, ensuring it aligns with developmental needs and educational goals. Technology is a powerful tool, but it must support strong teaching, not substitute for it. Our priority should always be student engagement.
Students must be prepared to keep pace with evolving technology, including the growing role of artificial intelligence. AI is shaping the future of education and the workforce, and our classrooms should reflect that reality. I support the thoughtful and responsible use of AI as a learning tool. For classroom work and homework, AI may be used as a supplemental resource, particularly for research and idea generation. Its use should be clearly documented, and only a limited portion of a student’s work should rely on AI. The majority of learning must still reflect the student’s own understanding, effort, and voice. Our goal should be to teach students how to use AI responsibly with integrity, transparency, and purpose.
The Board should take a thoughtful and data-driven approach when assessing the impact of charter schools on the district’s budget and enrollment. This includes closely evaluating charter school recruitment strategies, curriculum offerings, and the range of extracurricular activities they provide, as these are key factors influencing family decisions. Location also plays an important role. As our community grows and development expands into new areas, accessibility and proximity to schools can significantly affect enrollment patterns and where families choose to live. Richland School District Two must remain forward-focused by continuing to grow and invest in our talent, strengthen academic programs, and expand extracurricular activities.
The Board plays a role in both recruiting and retaining high-quality educators by ensuring teachers’ voices are heard, valued, and reflected in decision-making. As the foundation of a strong school system, teachers must be supported through top-tier professional development, meaningful training opportunities, and access to innovative instructional tools that keep pace with today’s evolving educational landscape. Equally important is remaining competitive. offering strong salaries, bonuses, and incentives that not only attract top talent but also retain experienced educators. A supportive environment, paired with competitive compensation and a clear investment in teacher growth, ensures we recruit, develop, and keep the very best.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Education
B.A in Elementary Education, M.S. in Educational Leadership
Qualifications
Level 4 Board Member according to the SCSBA Boardmanship Institute, served 4 years as a board member for Richland Two, Current Board Chair, served on the district Academic Committee,as Board Secretary, and as Board Vice Chair, certified in Elementary Education with 14 years experience. Relevant state experience as the Richland county regional director for SCSBA
Campaign Phone
8033363705
Campaign Email
Porterforr2@gmail.com
I support reasonable parameters around how screen time is used in schools. For me, the focus should be less on counting minutes and more on ensuring technology is used with purpose. Screens can be valuable when students are researching, creating, solving problems, applying knowledge, or developing innovative solutions. I also support teachers using digital tools to enhance instruction. My concern is when screens begin to replace teacher-led instruction. Students need direct interaction with teachers, discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning. Technology should support strong instruction, not substitute for it.
I believe AI can be appropriately introduced at the high school level, with clear teacher guidance on when and how it may be used. Students should learn to use AI as a professional tool, not as a replacement for their own thinking and work. Only a limited percentage of assignments should intentionally incorporate AI so students gain experience using it responsibly while continuing to build independent skills. When AI is used, students should identify the tool, document the prompts, and note which portions were AI-assisted. A district-developed rubric or template should provide consistent expectations for students and teachers.
The Board should closely monitor charter school enrollment and its impact on District funding, staffing, and programs. I am most supportive of charter schools that fill a specific need our District cannot currently meet, rather than simply duplicating existing programs. For example, a charter school specializing in HVAC or other CATE pathways could provide valuable opportunities when lack of student interest, resources or financial constraints make it difficult for the District to offer those programs directly. Charter schools should complement, not simply compete with, our public schools. I believe our schools can and should remain the strongest option for families.
I see the School Board’s role in teacher recruitment and retention as creating an environment where educators feel valued, supported, and heard. Board members should listen to teacher input, understand the needs being expressed, and communicate and advocate for those needs when developing policy and considering the District’s annual budget. Competitive compensation and benefits are important, but retention is also influenced by working conditions, professional support, and whether employees believe their voices matter. A Board that consistently demonstrates that it values its employees can strengthen both recruitment and retention.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Education
High School
Qualifications
Small business owner
Campaign Phone
803-391-2536
Campaign Email
kaiserjeepman@gmail.com
As data continues to be gathered school boards need to adopt policies that regulate screen time to best achieve a balance between the skills needed to navigate the digital world we live in but still develop the skills needed to interact with others. Studies show too much screen time has negative effects on the human body as well as a disconnect with society. Studies also show that doing things like taking a written test helps student performance. This is a subject that will take extensive research to properly regulate.
AI is a great tool for gathering data but a poor tool for making decisions. Students need to use AI for research and data collection but students should use their own abilities to formulate their conclusions related to projects and evaluations. AI can be used to confirm results but not produce those results. It is a tool that students need to learn to use but not depend too much on.
School Boards can do little to change the impact of enrollment charter schools are bringing to our community. They can and should prepare for the future by using all resources available to determine the most likely impact on student enrollment and adjust the budget before this impact can interfere with the mission of the district.
Like most of the work of the District, the Boards greatest contribution is to hire a competent Superintendent. The Board sets the path the district will follow by developing long term plans and goals and therefore the expectations of performance teachers would be held to, but the conditions in the class room are largely out of the Boards control. However the Board can and should hold the Superintendent accountable for these conditions and influence when needed.
