FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why are you running for the Board of Education?

I’m running because I believe our schools deserve steady, student-focused leadership grounded in facts, collaboration, and transparency.

As a parent of neurodiverse children and a professional with experience in operations and finance, I understand both the human and fiscal side of education. I want to ensure every student in Harford County Public Schools has the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

What does “putting students first” mean to you?

It means that every decision should begin with one simple question:

What is best for students?

That includes academic achievement, safe learning environments, access to appropriate supports, and preparing students for college, careers, and civic life — without political noise distracting from those goals.

Where do you stand on parent rights?

Parents have always had important rights within Harford County Public Schools — including the right to review materials, opt out of certain lessons, request meetings, and advocate for their child.

I believe parents deserve clarity about those rights and confidence navigating the system. At the same time, one family’s preferences should not override another family’s choices. Respect and partnership must go both ways.

How should curriculum decisions be made?

Curriculum should be selected based on educational expertise, meaningful data, student outcomes, and responsible cost analysis — not political pressure.

If a family feels a specific course is not right for their child, there are processes available. But we should not limit opportunities for all students because of disagreement over content.

What is your view on controversial topics in schools?

Public education works best when decisions are guided by facts, research, and a shared commitment to students — not fear or division.

Schools should teach students how to think critically, engage respectfully, and participate in civil discourse. Those are life skills, not political positions.

What about the school budget and taxes?

The role of the Board of Education is to advocate honestly for what schools need and to use resources with discipline and purpose.

Before launching new initiatives, we should ask:
• What problem are we solving?
• How will we measure success?
• Is this the best use of limited resources?

Transparency must be consistent and clear. Fiscal responsibility and student success go hand in hand.

Do you support teachers?

Absolutely.

Teachers are professionals who deserve respect, fair support, and a meaningful voice in decisions that affect their classrooms. Strong schools require strong educators, and when teachers and families work together, students thrive.

How will you improve transparency?

Transparency means proactive communication — not reactive explanations.

Families should understand:
• What decisions are being made
• Why they are being made
• How success will be measured

Building trust requires clarity, consistency, and follow-through.

What makes you different from other candidates?

I bring a balanced, student-centered approach focused on collaboration rather than division.

My goal is not to escalate conflict, but to strengthen schools, empower families, support educators, and ensure responsible stewardship of public resources.

Our schools work best when we work together.

How should the Board handle state mandates like the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future?

The Blueprint sets important goals for improving education across the state, but it also presents financial and implementation challenges.

The Board’s responsibility is twofold:
• Advocate honestly for what our schools need
• Implement state requirements responsibly and efficiently

We must be realistic about funding, transparent with families about what is required, and collaborative with county and state leaders to ensure Harford County is not penalized for factors beyond our control.

Advocacy and accountability can — and must — coexist.