Tigard-Tualatin School District Director Position 3 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
5419155266
Web Site (leave blank if not applicable)
http://https://www.tristanirvin4ttsd.com/
Town Where You Live
Tigard, OR
Your Experience/Qualifications
I have served in this role for the last four years and have been the Chair for two years. I was also elected to the Oregon School Board Association and have served as an Oregon delegate to D.C for the last two years. I am on the board of directors for the Family Justice Center of Washington County. I was on the board for the Foundation for Tigard-Tualatin Schools and served as Board President until elected to the school board. I was also on the City of Tigard Parks and Recreation Board.
County
Washington and Clackamas
Term
4 years
Term Expires
6/30/25
What skills and experience do you bring to school board service?
I have served on the Tigard-Tualatin School Board since 2021 and am currently the board chair. Actively involved in the district for over 16 years, I have served multiple leadership roles within the Foundation for Tigard-Tualatin Schools and worked on key district committees focused on the Student Success Act, budget planning, and DEI initiatives. I serve on the Board of Directors of the Oregon School Board Association. A life-long educator, I currently serve as the K-8 Dean of Students at Willamette Connections Academy. I hold a Bachelor's degree in International Studies and Education from the University of Oregon and a Master's in education from Bank Street College of Education in New York.
What is your understanding of the District’s obligations to comply with federal and state education policies?
Between my years on both the Tigard-Tualatin School Board and Oregon School Board Association, I have a clear understanding of compliance relative to state and federal policies.
How would you address the issues facing the District’s schools that you consider the most urgent?
1. I want to look at our students who are furthest from justice and see how we, as a district, are not creating or implementing mechanisms for improved student learning. Based on our strategic plan, AROI data, and equity audit, where are we still missing the mark?
2. I would like to continue to tackle attendance and if/when/how mental health plays a part in that. What are the barriers that keep students from attending school? What currency can we use (particularly at the secondary level) to get kids in the door, and then how do we ensure that they are seen/heard/valued so that they continue to show up?
3. Continue to build trust and confidence with our union partners, teachers, staff, and community.