Currently holds the office of Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board - At Large until December 31, 2027.
Candidate for Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board - At Large in 2023 North Carolina Consolidated Municipal Election.
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Get StartedIn addition, I am bilingual and fluent in Spanish and will be able to bridge the language barrier between latino parents and the school board. This will be in the form of town halls and Spanish-media communication to reach a broader audience. Learn more
No student should be left behind. By putting students first, we will create a school system that truly values and invests in the education and well-being of every child. I am committed to working tirelessly to ensure that our students receive the quality education they deserve, regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual identity or socioeconomic background. Learn more
Collaboration is key. By fostering open and transparent communication channels with parents, teachers, administrators, and the community at large, we can gain valuable insights and perspectives that will guide our decision-making. Together, we will develop innovative strategies and programs aimed at addressing the root causes of the achievement gap and providing necessary support to help all students thrive. Learn more
My top priority is to put students first. It is essential that we address the pressing issue of student outcomes, particularly for black and Latino students who are currently facing significant challenges. The statistics reveal a troubling truth: only 11% of our black and Latino 3rd graders are considered career and college ready based on 2023 end-of-grade assessment. This statistic highlights a major problem that demands immediate attention and action. Learn more
If elected, my priority will be advocating for educators and building a strong educators-to-leadership pipeline. I will advocate for professional development, provide necessary resources, address administrative challenges, and foster a supportive and collaborative culture. In addition, I will work to build a diverse teacher to principal timeline. I will support higher pay for teachers with advance degrees or have additional qualifications for example, bilingual educators. Learn more
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