Record of Action

Current Leadership Roles:

SMOB Sami's Chief of Staff

Organized SMOB Advisory Council Meetings for 300+ members to advocate for various issues from the budget to school meals to the homework policy!
Worked closely to help pass our current SMOB, Sami Saeed's, Safe Schools Resolution to address some of the concerns around school safety.

MCR Community Relations Director

Connected with various local student organizations to host an organizational fair at MCR's March General Assembly.
Led 3 amendments for inclusivity in MCR, allowing more students to get involved with student advocacy.

MCPS Intern & Committees

Learning behind the scenes of how MCPS operates by touring the MCPS Print Shop and Food and Nutritional Services.
Co-chaired an MCPS Committee, presenting and representing student views on standardized testing, and served on five other committees for MCPS, including school safety and well-being.

13 testimonies fighting for YOU!

A testimony is a chance to tell the Board of Education what YOU think!

January 10, 2022: Fought for continued funding of school counselors
February 10, 2022: Supported school safety & well-being staff
March 24, 2022: Advocated for student voice in decision-making
May 26, 2022: Asked for an increased access to mental health resources
July 26, 2022: Presented MCPS's District-wide Assessment Committee Report
November 14, 2022: Discussing overcrowding, inclusive facilities, and the need for school renovations
January 11, 2023: Advocating for better communication in MCPS on new resources and projects
March 9, 2023: Sharing student concerns and perspectives with MCPS's new boundary study
April 13, 2023: Fought for MCPS's budget
October 26, 2023: Supported Sami Saeed's Safety Resolution
November 6, 2023: Discussed the lack of clarity in MCPS's Capital Improvement Plan
January 11, 2024: Advocated to close the gaps English Language Learner (ELL) students face
January 19, 2024: Encouraged continuing Restorative Justice in schools to support student healing

Advocacy Accomplishments
Even before running for SMOB, I have accomplished so much! These achievements show how dedicated and passionate I will be as YOUR next SMOB.

A Budget for Equity

I advocated for the FY2024 budget which would cover the cost of all AP and IB exams, a barrier for many looking to take advanced courses, free tutoring, and mental health support. The MCPS budget was eventually INCREASED and passed by the County Council.

Mental Health STAYS

After ESSER funding (pandemic relief funding from the federal level) stopped, I urged the Board of Education to continue funding social workers and Restorative Justice (RJ) staff, previously funded through ESSER. As a result, social workers and RJ remained in the budget.

Equity in Schools

I testified in support of a boundary analysis for the new Woodward High School, which would open the doors to end inequitable boundaries that separate students by race and socioeconomic status.

English Language Learners (ELLs)

I advocated for a comprehensive plan to support ELL students, including newcomers, students who speak diverse languages, and students who lack family support. As a result, ELL perspectives were recognized in planning.

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