Vision & Focus
My vision for Big Walnut Local Schools
is…
…for all students to feel valued and to receive a high-quality education.
…for all parents to be informed and engaged throughout their child’s education.
…for all teachers and staff to be respected and appreciated as experts within their profession.
…for all community members and stakeholders to support the success of our public school district.
What will I bring to the table as a future Board member?
My goal as a Board member is to bring focus for the future.
Why focus for the future, and not focus on the future? It’s a subtle difference, but focusing on the future minimizes the importance of the present; focusing now for the benefit of both the present and the future is my commitment to this community.
Focus Areas
Five-Star Learning:
Strive to emphasize the importance of academic excellence by advocating for personalized learning plans; enhanced curriculum standards, electives, and extra-curricular opportunities; and additional support for students who need it—to help achieve the mission of the Big Walnut Local Schools: to inspire and guide each student to his or her maximum potential.
Future-Ready Education:
Work to implement curriculum and programs that prepare students for future endeavors—whether career, college, or something in-between—and help them find success in a future defined by technological advancements.
Family Engagement:
Promote programs and initiatives that encourage family involvement in students’ education and school activities.
Fostering Relationships:
Build relationships by creating and maintaining positive connections between the Board and its stakeholders—teachers and staff, students and parents, community members, and city/village/township leaders—through effective communication, mutual respect, trust, and cooperation.
Fairness:
Ensure unbiased treatment and opportunities for all students, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Facilities & Funding:
Advocate for appropriate funding to ensure all schools have the resources they need for student success—especially as our district is on the cusp of unprecedented growth—and focus on improving and maintaining school facilities to provide a safe and conducive learning environment. Through all of this, maintain a sense of fiscal responsibility and accountability to all stakeholders.