Why I am running for office
I have thought about running for the school board for some time, so I am doing this now, with the hope that I might be able to share my background in public administration and understanding of school finances with the East Whittier City School District. When I realized that a school board election would occur this year in the East Whittier City School District and that two of the long time trustees would not be seeking reelection, I thought the timing could be right for me to enter the race and offer my experience and abilities.
I offer 33 years of serving in the public sector, mostly in K-12 education, to the school board, the administration, and parents of this community as an asset that can be appreciated, depended on, and trusted. This experience has given me the knowledge to understand school finances and the impact that internal and external economic factors have on the ability of a school district to responsibly manage its resources and remain financially sound. I will use this experience to help keep the East Whittier City School District a desired place to educate children and to enjoy a career in public education.
My experience has allowed me to become familiar with the budget and overall financial condition of the East Whittier City School District, as well as other school districts in the greater Whittier area. I believe this experience will allow me to assist the East Whittier City School District in meeting its educational goals while safeguarding its financial stability.
As a team player and a person concerned about educational issues, I believe that important challenges which may face the East Whittier City School District are best solved with purposeful communications and a desire to find common ground that seeks to recognize the input of all stakeholders. My relationship with the East Whittier City School District and the neighboring school districts has demonstrated this approach and always reflected a genuine atmosphere of professionalism, cooperation and trust between myself and the respective governing boards, administrators and staff of these school districts. My objective, if elected, is to work hard to maintain this kind of relationship with the parents, students, Governing Board, administration and employees of the East Whittier City School District.
