One of the biggest issues we've seen as a school district is universal across the country: a lack of consistency. We need board members who understand the landscape and diverse administration who are motivated and incented to stay the course. There is no doubt that past boards have made mistakes. I feel that my experience as an educator and a two-time board member provides a unique perspective on lessons learned to avoid those mistakes in the future.
- 17+ years of experience in the classroom as a teacher
- Over 20 years experience as a coach, including 4 time IBCA Coach of the Year
- GAR (Grand Army of the Republic War Museum) Commissioner
- Named Master Board Member by IASB (Illinois Association of School Boards)
- Served on multiple statewide committees for the IESA (Illinois Elementary Scholastic Association)
- Created the Father's Forum at Long Beach Elementary School
- Masters' Degree in Education with a specialization in Reading Specialist
- Charter Member of Kiwanis