Corvallis School District Director Position 4 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
Web Site (leave blank if not applicable)
http://https://www.whitebearforcorvallis509j.org/
Town Where You Live
Corvallis
Your Experience/Qualifications
Corvallis School Board: 2021-present; OSBA Board of Directors, Region 10 (Linn, Benton, Lincoln): 2025-present; OSBA Caucus of Color, Vice President: 2023-present
What skills and experience do you bring to school board service?
I have several years of board experience through different types of boards and five years of experience on our local school board. I also have 20+ years of budget oversight. I am engaged with the community and am an educator in higher education as well.
What is your understanding of the District’s obligations to comply with federal and state education policies?
It is the responsibility of board members to ensure districts follow federal and state educational policies so all students receive a quality education and are supported in reaching their educational goals. Our funding depends on policy compliance, and students rely on being supported and safe through these policies.
How would you address the issues facing the District’s schools that you consider the most urgent?
There are several issues that need to be addressed. For the funding crisis, I am advocating at the state level while also helping educate the community on budget advocacy. For bullying, I am working on policy revision advocacy. For housing affordability that is impacting our enrollment, I am advocating at the local level.