Linn-Benton-Lincoln Education Service District Director Zone 1 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
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Biographical Information
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http://Haysforzone1.com
Town Where You Live
Albany, Oregon
Your Experience/Qualifications
30 years serving United Methodist Churches across Oregon. Most recently I was a Special Ed Bus Driver for GAPS Transportation. Currently, I am the Treasurer on the board of Chamberlin House, Inc., a residential program serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have worked with folks across the economic spectrum with sensitivity to see those who are overlooked. I understand the challenge of facing great needs with limited resources.
County
Zone 1 stretches across Linn and Benton Counties
Term
4-years
What relevant skills and experience do you bring to this position?
I have worked in public settings across 35 years. Currently, I am the Treasurer on the Board of Chamberlin House Inc., a residential program serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities . As a United Methodist Minister I worked with families navigating end of life issues, financial challenges, and the many joys and sorrows of being part of a community together. I brought these same skills to my work as a Special Ed bus driver. This is where I became aware of the important, and overlooked, work of the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD. Working with students, caring parents, grandparents, and, amazing teachers and Special Ed Assistants really taught me about the real fabric it takes to weave a community together.
What functions of the ESD are most important to you?
Our Linn Benton Lincoln ESD connects 12 school districts to fulfill the mandate to insure equitable education opportunities for all of the students across our three counties. As a Special Ed driver I saw this in action. Building a maintaining connections among our 12 component districts is most important to me.
How can the ESD better serve the area’s school districts?
I became aware of the work of the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD when I was driving a Special Ed bus. When I tell people about LBL ESD most folks have no idea what it is or what it does. When elected to the board I would seek to inform our communities about the work of, and the opportunities provided, by our LBL ESD.
Biographical Information
What relevant skills and experience do you bring to this position?
Candidate has not yet responded.
What functions of the ESD are most important to you?
Candidate has not yet responded.
How can the ESD better serve the area’s school districts?
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