 Why are you seeking
re-election to
the Washington DC School Board?
Community leaders and residents of Ward 5 expressed to me their
dissatisfaction regarding the hybrid election system for the past 8
years. This level of disfranchisement and the lack of involvement and
representation have created 8 years of Ward 5 frustration.
It is time for Ward 5 to have full
representation. My candidacy is therefore the answer to provide Ward 5
with quality leadership on the Board of Education.
What are your qualifications
for the position you seek?
- Retired DC Public School
Guidance Counselor
- Masters and 60 plus credit
hours
- Advisory Neighborhood
Commissioner
- President, Brookland-Woodridge
AARP Chapter 2414
- President, Brookland Civic
Association
- DC Professional Counseling
License, PLC
- National Certified Counselor,
NCC
- Political Analyst on "From
the Desk of Lil" Cable TV Program
- As Advisory Neighborhood
Commissioner led the community in lobbying the DC City Council for
the new $12 million dollar state of the art Turkey Thicket
Recreation Center with swimming pool
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In your opinion what are the
five major issues facing the Washington DC School System?
- Provide oversight and
accountability over budget and program
- Establish a disciplinary code
to deal with disruptive behavior
- Upgrade the physical structures
& provide safety & security
- Reinitiate drop out training
and career development programs
- Support moratorium on charter
schools and give DCPS priority
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Who or what is to blame?
Blame is useless, time wasting, and not productive. All
interests' should focus on providing programs and fast forward plans to
rebuild our system to better accommodate the student population.
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What is your opinion of mayoral
candidate Adrian M. Fenty's position that the elected Washington DC
School Board be converted to an appointed advisory panel?
Education should be left to educators. An advisory board or
consulting team should be established to work with the elected board as
a needed resource.
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Do
you have a web site for your candidacy?
No, however I can be reached through email.
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