Let’s work together to strengthen BPS!
Student/Family Support
– Our schools are there to support the education and growth of our children. As a school board member, I will work to ensure that we take a holistic approach in overcoming the challenges that are unique to our district.
– I will work to further the District’s Strategic Plan to improve access and awareness surrounding:
- options for learners with alternative needs, special needs, or high ability
- resources for families with low income
- programs for English Learners
- mental health services for students and staff
– I will champion the District’s vision of our “Culture of Belonging” and promote a supportive learning environment for children of all identities and abilities.
– I aim to encourage partnerships within our community to support the students and families of Bellevue Public Schools.
Teacher Support
– The district cannot function without its hardworking staff. I will support competitive salary, benefits, and professional growth and learning opportunities to improve the hiring and retention of quality educators and support staff.
– According to the District’s Annual Report, 73% of our staff have a masters level or higher education, and an average of 16 years of experience in education. I will work to make sure we are empowering our capable educators to do what they do best.
Volunteerism
– I would like to grow the spirit of volunteerism and increase volunteer opportunities in the district so that community members feel empowered to support our schools in a hands-on, meaningful way.
Accessibility and Accountability of the Board and Administration
– I would like to see the Board of Education’s monthly meeting streamed live and posted on the District’s website to increase community engagement in alignment with the District’s Strategic Plan.
– As a Board Member, I would strive to be more responsive to the stakeholders and encourage them to reach out to work together to strengthen BPS.
Fiscal Responsibility
– As a Board Member I will pledge to use a data driven and judicious approach regarding the utilization of the limited funds available to us in Bellevue Public Schools.
Proximity to Offutt AFB
– Bellevue is proud to host Offutt AFB in our community. I will work to maintain our Purple Star School Designation in Bellevue Public Schools to support the needs of military involved students and families.
– Strengthening our relationship to the Base will support mission readiness as well as improve the standing of Bellevue as a desirable and potential permanent home for service members.
Climate Action
– I will support initiatives that promote environmentally friendly practices within the district to increase awareness and dedication to the cause of stewardship of the land so that future generations might enjoy a healthy planet for years to come.
Native American Education
– Given our unique history in Bellevue as a former trading post, I would like to seek a relationship with local tribes to enhance community knowledge of the past, as well as to form a bond of mutual understanding and respect.
– I would also like to help the District to open a productive dialogue surrounding our Native American mascots, which promote harmful stereotypes.
Political Action
– I would like to help the Board create policy in which we outline important issues within the district that we can better advocate for the good of public education within our local and federal governments.
– Creating clear policy will allow the Board to act as a source of credible information for community members to be partners in advocacy for the good of our local schools and families.
LETS WORK TOGETHER TO STRENGTHEN BPS!