Allegany County Board of Education Choose 2
DUTIES: The Board of Education is responsible for the supervision of the public schools, including the selection of a Superintendent, approval of the annual budget, and establishing general policies governing the school system.SALARY: From January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2022:(1) President of the Board of Education: $7,428 per annum;(2) Member of the Board of Education: $6,077 per annumTERM: 4 year terms.HOW ELECTED: Members are elected at-large.
Biographical Information
MOTIVATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Why are you seeking a seat on the Board of Education? What skills, experiences, and perspectives will you bring to the role?
Candidate has not yet responded.
ROLES: What do you see as the role of parents, teachers, and Board members in the educational system in our County? How will you ensure transparency and resolve disputes?
Candidate has not yet responded.
STAFFING & RETENTION: What actions will you take to support educational staff, including policies related to recruitment, hiring, and retention of staff?
Candidate has not yet responded.
TECHNOLOGY: What is your position on the use of technology as an educational tool? Also, what is your position on the presence and use of students' personal electronic devices in school?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Biographical Information
MOTIVATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Why are you seeking a seat on the Board of Education? What skills, experiences, and perspectives will you bring to the role?
Candidate has not yet responded.
ROLES: What do you see as the role of parents, teachers, and Board members in the educational system in our County? How will you ensure transparency and resolve disputes?
Candidate has not yet responded.
STAFFING & RETENTION: What actions will you take to support educational staff, including policies related to recruitment, hiring, and retention of staff?
Candidate has not yet responded.
TECHNOLOGY: What is your position on the use of technology as an educational tool? Also, what is your position on the presence and use of students' personal electronic devices in school?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Biographical Information
MOTIVATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Why are you seeking a seat on the Board of Education? What skills, experiences, and perspectives will you bring to the role?
Candidate has not yet responded.
ROLES: What do you see as the role of parents, teachers, and Board members in the educational system in our County? How will you ensure transparency and resolve disputes?
Candidate has not yet responded.
STAFFING & RETENTION: What actions will you take to support educational staff, including policies related to recruitment, hiring, and retention of staff?
Candidate has not yet responded.
TECHNOLOGY: What is your position on the use of technology as an educational tool? Also, what is your position on the presence and use of students' personal electronic devices in school?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Biographical Information
Campaign Website
http://moonformaryland.com/
Campaign Email
contact@moonformaryland.com
Campaign Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/moon4maryland
Campaign Instagram
www.instagram.com/moon4maryland/
Campaign Mailing Address
PO Box 145
Frostburg, MD 21532
Frostburg, MD 21532
MOTIVATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Why are you seeking a seat on the Board of Education? What skills, experiences, and perspectives will you bring to the role?
I want to bring my skills to help make decisions that guide the direction for our county's students. Our students are the future of the county, and I want to enable them to find their place in it. As a former ACPS student and FSU educator, I bring a perspective from the classroom and show an appreciation for what every level of education can bring. I value programs that instill a hard work ethic and I have a range of skills from construction apprenticeship to software engineering.
ROLES: What do you see as the role of parents, teachers, and Board members in the educational system in our County? How will you ensure transparency and resolve disputes?
Parents provide the foundation for every student. Teachers build upon that foundation. Board members are there to take to the concerns of the community and enact changes that fit the community's needs. They do this by proposing policy change, sharing ideas and decisions with the community, and refining those proposals based on public feedback. Every dispute is unique and should follow appropriate protocols and policies, starting with face-to-face conversations with all disputing parties.
STAFFING & RETENTION: What actions will you take to support educational staff, including policies related to recruitment, hiring, and retention of staff?
Teachers and staff need competitive compensation for the valuable service they provide to the community. I will advocate for higher pay and better benefits for our educators and staff. I will take feedback from teachers to help identify how to make classrooms not only a good place to work, but an enriching environment for students and teachers alike.
TECHNOLOGY: What is your position on the use of technology as an educational tool? Also, what is your position on the presence and use of students' personal electronic devices in school?
Technology should only be included when it is a catalyst for learning. Too often, it is used as a distraction or a crutch. I fear that A.I. tools run the risk of having students bypass learning the fundamentals. We all see the negatives of pervasive smartphone/social media. We can learn from this and enact policies to ensure technologies are limited but not abolished. Studies and personal experience show me that cellphones in the classroom are distractions the majority of the time.
Biographical Information
Campaign Email
CarenPhillipsKurtz4BOE@gmail.com
Campaign Mailing Address
10506 Shortest Day Rd Nw
Lavale, MD 21502-6091
Lavale, MD 21502-6091
MOTIVATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Why are you seeking a seat on the Board of Education? What skills, experiences, and perspectives will you bring to the role?
I am seeking the opportunity to serve on the Board of Education for Allegany County Public Schools because I believe an educator’s perspective will strengthen the school system and benefit our students, families, employees, and community. With more than 25 years of experience in PK-12 and higher education as a teacher, school administrator, and college professor, I have a deep understanding of how decisions affect our schools.
ROLES: What do you see as the role of parents, teachers, and Board members in the educational system in our County? How will you ensure transparency and resolve disputes?
A strong school system requires clear communication and meaningful collaboration among Board members, educators, families, students, and community partners. I will ensure stakeholders are included in the decision-making process and informed when changes are being implemented within the school system. When challenges arise, I will listen to all parties, seek to understand all perspectives, and work collaboratively to resolve issues with solutions that best support students and all involved.
STAFFING & RETENTION: What actions will you take to support educational staff, including policies related to recruitment, hiring, and retention of staff?
The Allegany County Public School System has outstanding professionals serving the district, and their voices deserve to be heard. I will work to ensure staff are heard, supported, and involved in policymaking. They understand the students' needs and know what happens in the school setting. Gathering their input is essential. Providing support and mentoring programs that meet the specific needs of new employees and continue for as long as needed will help attract and retain staff.
TECHNOLOGY: What is your position on the use of technology as an educational tool? Also, what is your position on the presence and use of students' personal electronic devices in school?
Schools must provide opportunities for students to keep pace with society, and technology is a key to achieving that. As society continues to shift with new technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI), we need to keep our students informed about how to use these tools in a positive, productive way. Students’ personal electronic devices should not disrupt instruction or be used in a harmful way. They should be put away during instructional time unless incorporated as educational tools.
Biographical Information
MOTIVATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Why are you seeking a seat on the Board of Education? What skills, experiences, and perspectives will you bring to the role?
Candidate has not yet responded.
ROLES: What do you see as the role of parents, teachers, and Board members in the educational system in our County? How will you ensure transparency and resolve disputes?
Candidate has not yet responded.
STAFFING & RETENTION: What actions will you take to support educational staff, including policies related to recruitment, hiring, and retention of staff?
Candidate has not yet responded.
TECHNOLOGY: What is your position on the use of technology as an educational tool? Also, what is your position on the presence and use of students' personal electronic devices in school?
Candidate has not yet responded.