​I have dedicated myself to the field of education, serving as a teacher in Clay County Schools for 20 years and as a School Board member for the last 3.5 years. I began my teaching career in 2002 and soon after obtained a master’s degree in special education, complemented by a certificate in Educational Leadership. I am a fervent advocate for student safety, Exceptional Student Education, parental rights, and the retention of skilled teachers, while also recognizing the importance of offering quality career and technical education pathways for students.

​

As a  lifelong learner, I am committed to continuous professional growth and aim to enhance student success through highly effective policies that prioritize academic excellence. In my role as a school board member, I achieved Board Certification through the Florida School Boards Association (FSBA) while also participating in the FSBA Advocacy and Policy Committees. I am the only FSBA Certified School Board Member on Clay's School Board. 

​

I have also been selected, after a rigorous application process, to be a part of the National School Board Association Policy Leadership Cohort in Washington, D.C that specializes in Special Education and Teacher Recruitment and Retention. 

​

Additionally, I take pride in my community involvement as a member of the newly established Clay County School Board Internal Audit Committee and the Clay County Value Adjustment Board. 

​​

FIRST TERM ACCOMPLISHMENTS​

​1. Transition of school safety responsibilities from the school board police back to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

2. Spearheaded the development of a library media policy aimed at addressing inappropriate materials, which led to the removal of nearly 500 titles from school circulation.

3. I advocated for greater transparency in the use of taxpayer funds by securing an internal auditing firm that reports directly to the Clay County School Board.

​​

​​

WHY I AM SEEKING RE-ELECTION:​

Empower Students

To empower students, it is essential to establish policies that prioritize their safety within the school environment, foster academic excellence, and maintain high expectations. This approach will enable students to cultivate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, equipping them to tackle the challenges they will face in the real world.​

​

Empower Parents         

To empower parents, it is essential to recognize their rights as vital stakeholders, promote open communication between schools and families, and motivate parents to engage actively in their children's education. When parents participate in their children's learning experiences, it not only enhances academic performance but also fosters a lifelong love for learning.

​

Empower Teachers   

To empower teachers, we must return to the fundamental principles of education and cultivate environments that not only recognize their value but also grant them the freedom to make choices regarding their teaching methods and professional growth. Ensuring uninterrupted instructional time, providing high-quality resources, offering leadership opportunities, and actively involving teachers in the decision-making process, will create exceptional learning environments that ultimately benefit students.

 I look forward to earning your vote, so I may continue to serve on the Clay County School Board.

​​

​​

More About Me​

I reside on a small farm in Middleburg with my husband John, a 24-year veteran of the United States Army. We have been married for 42 years and are the proud parents of three Ridgeview High School graduates. My oldest daughter has followed in my footsteps and has been a teacher for 19 years in Clay county. My two granddaughters are currently enrolled in Clay County Schools.