Jefferson County Education Service District Director Position 4 Choose 1
The 19 education service districts in Oregon were created by the Legislature to oversee and support the school districts in their area. They provide supplemental services such as special education and coordinate services shared among several school districts. They also certify teachers, maintain school property, and are empowered to create new school districts.Qualifications: Candidate must be a registered voter and a resident of the district for at least 1 year. Employees of the district are not eligible. ORS 334.090(5), 334.090(6).Term: 4 years
Biographical Information
Town Where You Live
Madras
Your Experience/Qualifications
Retired teacher, HS Principal, Superintendent; Principal of Madras HS in early 2000's; Graduate of Madras HS 1984. Worked with 15 out of 19 ESD’s throughout the state during educational career; Understand the valuable role of an ESD in serving member school district’s needs.
County
OR
What relevant skills and experience do you bring to this position?
As a former school district superintendent for the last 13 years of my professional career, I worked closely with multiple ESD's throughout the state to bring valuable and strategic services to the districts under my leadership.
What functions of the ESD are most important to you?
The most important functions of the ESD are to provide specialized services to resident school districts that need strategic support most commonly in the areas of special education, school improvement, and technology.
How can the ESD better serve the area’s school districts?
The ESD can continue to serve the resident school districts by providing a stable budget platform and open communications to strategically meet student needs.
Biographical Information
Contact Phone
9712748886
Campaign Phone (public)
541-274-8886
Town Where You Live
METOLIUS
Your Experience/Qualifications
Second term seeking re-election after appointment
County
OR
Term
4
Term Expires
2029
What relevant skills and experience do you bring to this position?
Prior two terms city councilor, current Municipal Court Judge, and Planning Commission President. Retired Law Enforcement Officer 30 years. Prior Parole and Probation Experience Release Assistance Multnomah County
What functions of the ESD are most important to you?
Preserving the decency of Education in our local Educational System. Provide excellence in supporting staff and programs. Provide technical assistance to the districts and students.
How can the ESD better serve the area’s school districts?
More in-office staff working daily to provide excellence in education in a fiscally responsible manner.