North Santiam School District Director Position 7 at Large 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
503-877-3822
Campaign Phone (public)
503-877-3822
Town Where You Live
Lyons
Your Experience/Qualifications
8 years NSSD Board of Directors, 2 terms NSSD Long Range Planning Committee, 1 term Budget Committee
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http://https://www.facebook.com/share/1AcTCjYpsy/?mibextid=wwXIfr; Alisha Oliver for NSSD Board
Term
4 Years
Term Expires
2029
What skills and experience do you bring to school board service?
I have eight years of board service, including three years as Vice Chair and Board Chair that equips me to understand the framework the board and district operates within. In addition, I have served on the NSSD Budget Committee (1 term), NSSD Long Range Planning Committee (2 terms), Lyons Fire Department Budget Committee (2 terms), Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors (3 terms). Professionally, I am in Credit Union executive leadership position with my primary responsibilities including member experience and service, lending and branch operations, and regulatory compliance.
What is your understanding of the District’s obligations to comply with federal and state education policies?
We have a responsibility to know and follow federal and state policies. When the policies do not align with our local values, we have an obligation to advocate for change and to encourage the public to do the same. Advocacy is extremely important - it’s better to advocate early to support policies that align with our values and against those that do not.
How would you address the issues facing the District’s schools that you consider the most urgent?
I am proud to have worked on our district’s 5 year strategic plan that is nearing public feedback and board adoption. Through this process I actively engaged with district communities, including students, district staff, families, businesses and community members. This process and my board service gives me a clear understanding of the issues facing the district.
We are entering the toughest budget season I have seen, even for a district that has been fiscally conservative and wise in prior budgets. I will support budget decisions that have as little impact as possible in the classrooms.
Biographical Information
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What is your understanding of the District’s obligations to comply with federal and state education policies?
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How would you address the issues facing the District’s schools that you consider the most urgent?
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