Why I Am Running

I care about the city of Faribault, and I’d like to serve the people of Faribault by joining the School Board. I’ve worked and studied education my entire career, over 20 years now. I’ve worked in both public and private schools, at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. I’ve worked as a reading specialist, a learning specialist, a classroom teacher, and a school administrator overseeing student academic progress, teacher support and evaluation, and curriculum. I have a master’s degree in education, and my recent work has focused on bringing innovative educational models to the middle and high school levels.

Now I am also the proud parent of two children at Roosevelt. It’s difficult raising children, and I have the highest hopes for their future. I entrust my children and their education to the Faribault Public Schools. I want everyone in this city to have that same pride in all of our schools, our teachers, and our students.

I understand that the funding of public schools is complicated and difficult, and I believe my experience in this field will be valuable as our city works together to improve our schools. I have worked my entire career to help children see the potential in themselves and then strive to do their best - I think we can all agree that we all want the best and brightest future for the children of Faribault. Our children are the future of this city, state, and country, and we must ensure their education is the best we can provide. I believe I have the skills and experience to help bring our city together as we work to address the issues facing the district.