Lago Vista ISD Board of Trustee, Place 6 Choose 1
Biographical Information
Qualifications: What training, experience, and characteristics qualify you for this position?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Budget: How would you prioritize school budget spending for staff and facilities?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Charter Schools: What do you see as the role of charter schools in public education?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Parental Input: What is your position regarding parental input in book selection in school libraries?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Biographical Information
Qualifications: What training, experience, and characteristics qualify you for this position?
20+ years experience working in large organizations focusing on financial excellence, strategy creation/execution, and people development; Director on two non-profit boards serving as the treasurer.
Budget: How would you prioritize school budget spending for staff and facilities?
Prioritizing budgets for staff and facilities should focus on maximizing student outcomes and creating a safe, optimal learning environment. Investing in teachers and support staff, who directly impact student success, is top priority. However, this should not compromise maintaining and improving the learning environment, including modern classrooms, technology, and extracurricular spaces.
Charter Schools: What do you see as the role of charter schools in public education?
Charter schools can play a unique role in public education by offering alternative models that foster innovation in teaching, curricula, and collaboration. Tailoring their approaches to student needs, they can become hubs of innovation. They must be held to the same standards as traditional schools regarding performance, complement public education, and contribute to maximizing student achievement
Parental Input: What is your position regarding parental input in book selection in school libraries?
School libraries are vital for student development and require a clear, transparent book selection process. This process should be inclusive, allowing parents to voice suggestions and concerns. Ultimately, educators should make the final decisions to ensure alignment with educational goals and to include diverse topics and perspectives that foster curiosity and critical thinking.