Campaign Phone
812-272-7031
Education Background
Sargent College of Allied Health Professions, Boston University. Physical Therapist
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Occupation
Physical Therapist
The primary duty of a school board member is to ask questions as appropriate to, to seek to understand the financial picture and the academic picture. To get the appropriate education in order to understand what a school board member is allowed to do and is not allowed to do per statute. Seek to understand. We need to be receptive to community members, staff members of the school corporation, and our students for their questions, to find the department which is appropriate to answer those questions and to pass on the appropriate information to that department/staff member also to follow up as needed to see if the issue has been addressed.
We need to find out why the chronic absenteeism is happening, it is not the same for everyone. We need to address whether this particular student is in the correct pathway for education to be able to function in the next chapter of life after school is completed. We need to support learning recovery both via computer and by person as appropriate. As a person who was moved from second grade back to first grade when changing schools due to not up to par with reading skills at that time has benefited from that and still remembers the first grade teacher that helped me meet those goals and that’s the way we should be for our students.
Always to stop the bullying no matter what pathway that particular student is on. Education to provide to the student on how to manage bullying and give support to that same student emotionally and other needs as necessary. To initiate education and discipline to the person, providing the bullying with the goal of also seeking out why the bully is doing that, is there an issue at home, is there an issue in the building, is there a issue with learning pathway that the student does not feel successful in. When John Mills interviewed me with the school board, the question was when do you give up on a student? As a parent never. As board member, the student may need to be removed from the classroom for safety until behavior has been corrected.
History education on the past, present, and look into the future of not just USA, but worldwide to understand how things occurred, how they are currently, and what could we do different along with what should we continue to do currently in place. For students to ask questions, to look for opportunities engagement as they see it. For instance, there was an opportunity where a student group wanted a new policy. This possibly would’ve been very narrow and very select selective to just that group. As a board member and as someone who went through the world with the disability from birth, schooling pre-American disabilities act and title IX, I am motivated for all students to have equal opportunity to succeed
All these course venues have basic requirements related to science and math in order to understand how they would be working on the pathways that best suit them. So there is an overlap in a lot of the classes before they separate. We are using C4 in Columbus, the CRC on campus and working on opportunities within the Eagle manufacturing and Pre-K childcare/education in the old Nashville elementary building.
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Campaign Phone
317-412-4605
Education Background
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Western Governors University; Bachelor's Degree of Science (Psychology), Indiana University
Occupation
Business Manager
The primary role of a school board member is governance and oversight. Setting policy, providing financial oversight, evaluating the Superintendent, and keeping students at the center of decisions. My 30 years in public education have given me a well- rounded perspective. I spent 26 years in Brown County Schools, serving in roles ranging from paraprofessional and ECA treasurer to payroll and corporation treasurer. I now serve as a school business manager. I understand both the educational and financial sides of running a school corporation, and I know the importance of asking questions, looking at the facts, and considering the impact decisions have on students, staff, and taxpayers.
Students have to be in school to learn, so chronic absenteeism needs to be taken seriously. The board should look at attendance data and ask why students are missing school. Part of improving attendance is making sure students feel connected to their school, supported by the adults around them, and engaged in what they're learning so they want to be there. School and home have to work together to identify barriers and help students get back in the classroom. Every student's situation is different, so there isn't one answer that will work for everyone. The board should also look at student achievement and learning gaps to make sure the strategies being used are working.
Every student deserves to feel safe at school, and bullying should always be taken seriously. Students and parents need to know that when they report a concern, someone will listen and follow up. Students also need clear expectations and appropriate consequences for their behavior. At the same time, schools need to understand why a student may be struggling and what support might help. The board's role is to make sure good policies are in place and being followed. The board should look at the data and listen to students, parents, and staff to make sure our schools are places where students feel safe and can focus on learning.
Brown County Schools already provides some great opportunities for students to become engaged and find their voice. TEDx is a great example of a program that gives students the opportunity to research ideas, think critically, communicate effectively, and share their perspectives. I would like to see us continue supporting programs like this, along with opportunities for community service, student leadership, and learning how government works. Schools should help students learn how to think critically, listen respectfully to different points of view, and become informed and involved members of their community.
Not every student has the same interests or the same plans after graduation, so I don't think one pathway should be funded at the expense of another. Schools should provide strong college-preparatory academics while also giving students opportunities in technology, engineering, and skilled trades. Funding decisions should be based on student interest, participation, outcomes, and the cost of providing quality programs. Our goal should be to give students different pathways to success and prepare them for whatever comes next: college, a career, the military, or the workforce.
