School Director - PINE-RICHLAND REGION 1
School Directors are elected on behalf of the community to oversee the education of students in their jurisdiction. They serve as agents of the state legislature. They are responsible for curriculum and instruction management; all finances including development of annual budgets and levying of taxes and issuance of debt obligations when necessary; personnel; legal matters; management of facilities; and transportation of students as appropriate. Schools may include pre-K and career and technical schools.
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Liz DeLosa
(Dem, Rep)
What is your experience with your public schools, and what in your background would contribute to your being an effective school board member?
How would you address anticipated shortfalls in school funding over the next few years? Please be specific.
How would you approach decisions about curriculum selection and access to books in the district to balance educational value and community concerns?
Occupation
Attorney- Pennsylvania Innocence Project
Qualifications for office
As a Pine-Richland parent, former social worker, innocence lawyer, and professor at Duquesne University School of Law and the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, I bring a unique combination of advocacy, leadership, and educational experience to the School Board. I have dedicated my career to fighting for fairness, accountability, and equity—skills I will apply to ensure every student has access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. I will never impose my own social values on your family; instead, I will work to ensure that all families have access to the resources they n
Education
B.A. - 2004 University of Pittsburgh; J.D.- 2010 Duquesne University School of Law
As a public school graduate and Pine-Richland parent, I value strong, inclusive schools. I bring 15+ years of experience as a social worker, innocence lawyer, and professor at Duquesne and the University of Pittsburgh Schools of Law. My background in advocacy, fairness, and collaboration prepares me to make thoughtful, transparent decisions. I will ensure families have access to resources and the freedom to choose what’s right for their child, without imposing my own social values.
I would prioritize maintaining essential educational programs and services while seeking efficiencies that don’t harm students. I support exploring grants, partnerships, and advocacy for fair state funding. I would ensure transparency in budget decisions, seek community input, and critically evaluate expenses to protect classroom resources and avoid shifting the burden to families through excessive fees or cuts that limit opportunity.
I would support a curriculum and library that reflect educational value, diverse perspectives, and age-appropriate materials, guided by professional educators. I believe parents should have a voice in their child’s education, but no one family’s values should limit access for others. I will work to ensure families have choices and resources, respecting individual decisions while upholding every student’s right to learn.
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