Candidate for
Governing Board Member; Atascadero Unified School District

I believe:

• That we can improve the educational oppotunities of young people while at the same time creating a positive, productive environment for staff.

• That young people need to be exposed to consistent messages about what's important and what is expected of them from their families, schools, communties, the media and other sources.

• That it takes the whole community to nurture competent, caring, and healthy children.

• That the school board should provide the community with information and leadership on educational issues and advocate for the children and public education at local, state and federal levels.

• That schools should provide a caring environment for all students and encourage their commitment to life-long learning.

• That we need to expand, diversify and strengthen co-curricular activities and service opportunities for youth.

• That we need to involve youth in meaningful leadership activities.

• That we need to provide the resources and incentives to our staffs to insure that we have and keep the best people available to work with our students.

• That we need to insure that our facilities are up-to-date and in good repair.