Biographical Information
Town Where You Live
Warrenton
County
Clatop
What skills and experience do you bring to school board service?
I can bring a unique blend of personal experience, advocacy, and community insight to the school board. As a mother of two who’s had to fight for my son after he experienced racial bullying, I’ve seen how families can be overlooked and dismissed. That experience drove me to learn how the system works and how to hold it accountable. I bring the perspective of a parent who has been in the trenches—someone who sees the system not from the top down, but from the ground up. I care deeply about every student, every teacher, and every family in our community. I’m running for the school board to help create a system where all kids feel safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.
What is your understanding of the District’s obligations to comply with federal and state education policies?
My understanding is that the district has a legal and ethical obligation to fully comply with both federal and state education policies, not just on paper, but in practice.
How would you address the issues facing the District’s schools that you consider the most urgent?
The most urgent issues facing our district are the lack of support for special education, the failure to retain and properly support teachers, and the growing behavioral and mental health challenges in our classrooms. These aren’t just isolated problems—they’re deeply connected, and they affect the success of every student and teacher in our schools. To address them, I would push for a budget that truly reflects our priorities—one that invests in more trained special education staff, classroom aides, and behavioral specialists. I would advocate for stronger teacher support systems, including better training, mentorship, and safer learning environments so teachers can focus on teaching, not just managing chaos.