 Why are you seeking election to
the Washington DC School Board?
Public Education in the District of Columbia is in shambles. Parents are
losing faith in DCPS and taking their children out. Kids are giving up
and dropping out. Buildings are falling apart and money is being wasted.
I'm running to do what the incumbent, William Lockridge hasn't done in 8
years, fix public education.
What are your qualifications
for the position you seek?
I am a trained and proven manager: I have an undergradute
degree in Education, a masters in Public Administration and a master's
certificate in Public Management. I bring a set of management skills
that have been lacking on the Board of Education.
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In your opinion what are the
five major issues facing the Washington DC School System?
- Academic Performance ranks DCPS
at the bottom in most areas.
- Weak Resource Management has
resulted in wasted money.
- Accountability and Oversight
has been almost nonexistent.
- Unable to provide sound School
Safety.
- Inability to fix Special
Education.
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Who or what is to blame?
A school board that is great at identifying problems and
communicating rhetoric, but unable to identify solutions and provide
results. At the top of this list is District IV Representative William
Lockridge. It's time for a change so our children can have a chance at a
quality public education that will prepare them for college or a career. |
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?
The ability for the parents and citizens to choice who they
would like to serve on the School Board should not be taken from them.
Whatever reform Mr. Fenty has for public education must have this
democratic component. I will fight tooth and nail to ensure that parents
have their say in who and how public education is provided for their
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Do
you have a web site for your candidacy?
Yes, the address is http://www.jacquepatterson.com/
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