Today I had the opportunity to visit the Spanish Immersion Program at Barksdale Elementary and to see the fine arts and JROTC programs at my alma mater Rossview High School. What a day! I was so impressed by the Spanish Immersion Program – hearing Kindergarteners speaking only Spanish was incredible. Also, Dr. Garcia – Marty was truly such an incredible …
Continue readingThe planning commission has released the new School Board distinct maps. This is not to be confused with the new upcoming school zone maps (which will show the new school lines for all our schools with the incoming Kirkwood schools). District 7, the district in which I am running, is in green and has practically doubled in size. If you …
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I spoke tonight in favor of looking local for our next Director of Schools saving potentially over $60,000 from a national search. We have GREAT local candidates who are highly qualified and would be more likely to succeed, have the district’s heart, and stay in the position longer being from the area. This would be following in the footsteps of …
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