1 to electSchool Board Members are primarily responsible for setting policy, overseeing District operations, and ensuring the educational well-being of students. The Board hires and evaluates the superintendent and treasurer, establishes the vision and goals for the district, and manages the budget. Boards ensure the district has adequate funds and safe, appropriate facilities. Boards are involved in planning and implementing strategies for continuous improvement of the school system. Board members are liaisons between the school district and the community.
Occupation
NURSE SUPERVISOR/MANAGER OF TECHNICAL OPERATIONS
Education
HANNAH E MULLINS SCHOOL OF NURSING
1. MY TOP PRIORTY WILL ALWAYS BE THE EDUCATION OF THE CHILDREN. MY DESIRE IS THAT ALL CHILDREN ARE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNIES THAT WILL HELP THEM SUCEED IN LIFE .
2. TO ALWAYS BE TRANSPARENT AND LISTEN TO THE CONCERNS OF OUR COMMUNITY, STAFF AND STUDENTS. I WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
I WOULD LIKE TO SEE CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT. I WOULD MONITOR TO SEE THAT STUDENTS ARE LEARNING MORE IN THE CLASSROOM, THAT TEACHING IS BECOMING MORE EFFECTIVE, THAT ARE ADMINISTRATORS ARE IMPROVING AND THAT OPERATIONALLY WE ARE BECOMING MORE EFFECIENT. IN TURN, ALL OF THIS WILL HELP ARE STUDENTS SUCCEED, THAT IS MY PRIORTY. I HAVE NO OTHER AGENDA THEN I WANT THE VERY BEST FOR OUR STUDENTS AND I WANT WEST BRANCH LOCAL SCHOOLS TO CONTINUE TO THRIVE.
I LOOK AT MY ROLE AS A BOARD MEMBER AS PART OF A TEAM. NOT ONLY WITH THE OTHER OTHER BOARD MEMBERS, TREASURER AND SUPERINTENDENT, BUT WITH THE COMMUNITY THAT WE SERVE. I HAVE BEEN PART OF A TEAM FOR 30 YEARS IN MY CAREER AS MANAGER OF TECHNICAL OPERATIONS AND STAFF EDUCATION NURSE. I HAVE DEALT WITH PEOPLE THROUGHOUT MY WHOLE CAREER. I LISTEN TO THEIR CONCERNS AND I STRIVE TO GIVE THEM ANSWERS AND CREATE THE BEST OUTCOME FOR WHATEVER SITUATION I MAY ENCOUNTER. NOT ONLY HAVE I DEALT WITH PATIENTS, I HAVE HAD TO COMMUNICATE WITH MANY OTHER DEPARTMENTS, FAMILIES, PHYSICIANS AND OUTSIDE ENTITIES TO RESOLVE ISSUES THAT ARISE. I WANT THE COMMUNITY, STUDENTS AND FACULTY OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT TO BE HEARD AND TO KNOW WHAT THEIR CONCERNS ARE AND HOW WE CAN ADDRESS THEM. AFTERALL, IN THE END WE ALL HAVE THE SAME GOAL AND THAT IS FOR OUR CHILDREN TO SUCCEED.
Occupation
Registered Dental Hygienist
Education
Dental Hygiene, Associate of Applied Science ,Stark State College ; Bachelor of Science in Organizational Supervision , University of Akron
First, I believe trust is essential to building strong relationships between the school board, families, educators, and our community. Parents and guardians need to trust that we’re making decisions in the best interest of their children. Teachers need to trust that they’ll be supported in the classroom. And students need to trust that their voices matter and their education is a top priority.
Second, I’m committed to transparency in every aspect of how our schools are governed — from budgeting and curriculum decisions to how policies are developed and communicated. Our community deserves clear, honest, and timely information. I will work to ensure that every family feels informed and included in the process.
If elected, I will address trust by being consistently present, engaged, and accountable to the families, educators, and students in our district. I plan to attend school events, hold regular listening sessions, avoid private meetings when possible, and maintain open lines of communication so that community voices are not just heard — they’re reflected in the decisions we make. I want people to feel confident that the school board is working with them, not just for them.
To ensure transparency, I will advocate for clearer communication from the board — whether it’s how we share budget information, explain policy decisions, or report progress on key issues. I’ll push for accessible public updates, more community input opportunities, and improved access to board materials, so that the entire community feels informed and empowered.
