Karen
MacLaughlin
For Rochester School Board
It's not time for business as usual. Like so many others, I can see how this pandemic and other challenges are impacting families, businesses and our community. I'm not one to sit on the sidelines. How can I best help our community? My answer: Run for Rochester School Board.
Independent School District #535 and our community face some tough issues arising out of the pandemic and other challenges. The Rochester School Board is currently experiencing significant budget and financial challenges requiring thoughtful and creative solutions, collaboration and clear communication with everyone in the Rochester community. Strong public schools build strong communities. As a Rochester School Board member, I will prioritize how best to help ALL students succeed. A "good education" for all students starts with thoughtful and creative decisions and a welcoming school environment. I believe the Rochester School District does a good job welcoming students, but I believe there is still work to do related to education equity and discipline disparities. As the Rochester community continues to grow, the Rochester School District and school board MUST respond to changing facility needs and changing community needs. I believe my 15 years of experience working in the local juvenile court system will bring a different perspective to these important and difficult issues. If elected, I'll make sure the board hears from students, parents, teachers, staff, and the broader community on these important issues. As a problem solver and experienced attorney, I'll listen, I'll do my homework, and I'll ask tough questions. I'll do as my teenager describes, I'll "literally find a way to figure it out." I've been an involved parent and I know this community. How can you help me to help our community? Tell your friends about me, and vote for me for Rochester School Board. |
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