Candidate for Alabama State Board of Education - District 8 in 2026 Alabama Primary Election.
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Get StartedCounselors should focus on: Academic planning and support Individual referrals based on observed needs Emotional guidance with parental partnership. Learn more
We need to raise statewide standards so every school operates on the same playing field. States like Massachusetts have higher academic standards—we should study and replicate their approach. Learn more
We need to restore classroom authority and basic discipline. Teachers should feel safe and respected—not burned out and ignored. Learn more
Schools need to return to their purpose: to educate. And right now, too many are falling behind on the fundamentals—reading, writing, and life skills. That’s where our energy and resources should be focused. Learn more
We also need to be more intentional about what content is being taught—and when. Let’s be clear: sex education is different from general health education. Learn more
We need to create a culture where excellence in the classroom is noticed and celebrated. That starts with school leadership and flows up to the state level. Learn more
We support age-appropriate health classes that prepare students for middle school, covering nutrition, hygiene, and body awareness. But explicit sexual content and values-based messaging should not be introduced in elementary grades. Learn more
Parents must be informed, involved, and given real choice—not just vague overviews or after-the-fact notices. Learn more
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