Candidate for Everett District 2 School Board - Position 5 (At Large) in 2023 Washington General Election.
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Get StartedLimiting student access to smartphones while on school property. Learn more
Expand EPS choice programs, such as the Lighthouse Elementary Cooperative at Jefferson Elementary or the STEAM Program, to all parts of the district, especially north Everett. Parents should be given more tailored options in their children’s education. Additional options specializing in the trades should be considered. Learn more
Focus on application as a measure of evaluation over standardized testing. Learn more
Physical security, including access control systems and school resource officers, should be prioritized to prevent unauthorized entry. Learn more
Introduce students early and often to vocational career paths and the skilled trades with programs like Marysville’s RAP. Every graduate not intending to go to college should be placed in an apprenticeship or internship program before they graduate. Staff shadowing—including IT personnel, nurses, and finance officers—should be encouraged for any student. When the district funds construction projects, students interested in trades should get hands-on experience in the building process. Learn more
Investigate personalized AI tutoring advances which can be tailored to the needs and progress of each student. Learn more
I believe mental health services, counseling which deals with trauma and the root causes of ailments, and emergency outreach should be readily available to all students. Learn more
Dedicating ample time to recess and physical activity, which promotes mental fitness, behavioral improvement, and socialization while combatting rising childhood obesity. Learn more
For students with high academic interests, allow for more course flexibility and encourage acceleration opportunities from elementary school. Ideally, EPS students headed to college should be able to earn enough college credits to cover an Associate’s Degree before graduation. This can happen through Running Start, AP courses, College in the High School, or other dual credit programs. Learn more
Ensure funding flows to classrooms rather than administrators and activists. Learn more
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