Retired teacher and counselor, D.C. public schools. I am very knowledgeable about the District of Columbia public schools and the issues we face in the 21st century. I have worked in the DCPS as a teacher, counselor and PTA officer. With over 12 years' experience as a board member, I have the knowledge, ability and wisdom to help the Board of Education plan, budget and oversee a new system in this time of transition and reform. I am committed to public education, and that all children receive a quality education.
Student achievement is one of the most urgent problems.
Members of the Board of Education must work with all elected officials, including the Mayor to raise student achievement. As a mother and citizen, I have had a long history of energetically supporting public education, including UDC, in Washington. As a member of the elected board for the last two years, I have brought parents, taxpayers and citizens together to make our schools better for our children. Citizens willing to invest their efforts in our schools will find me a useful ally. My own expertise is putting other people's expertise to work.