Brookings-Harbor School District Director Position 5 Choose 1
There are 197 public school districts in Oregon, each governed by a board of education. School boards set goals, establish policies, oversee the performance of district schools, and negotiate contracts. The state Board of Education sets broader educational policies and standards that local schools are required to follow.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 unless employed as a substitute driver. ORS 332.016 and 332.018(2)Term: 4 years
Biographical Information
Contact Phone
5412540720
Campaign Phone (public)
5412540720
Town Where You Live
BROOKINGS
Your Experience/Qualifications
I was born in Brookings, as was my father and his father. I am a graduate of Brookings Harbor High School and I love this wonderful town of Brookings. I graduated cum laude from Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon. I have served on the Brookings Harbor School Board for 6 years.
County
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What skills and experience do you bring to school board service?
I have been serving on the Brookings Harbor School board for 6 years. I have attend the twice annual training every year to increase my knowledge of school board duties.
What is your understanding of the District’s obligations to comply with federal and state education policies?
Most of our education monies come from state and federal dollars. The amount is based upon enrollment. If we don't follow state and federal policies, we would lose our funding.
How would you address the issues facing the District’s schools that you consider the most urgent?
Our buildings are ancient.