Issues to Solve Together

When tackling problems and making decisions, I value:

• listening to new ideas and perspectives

• thoroughly understanding a problem 

• brainstorming creative solutions

• thinking strategically about details

• collaborating to get the full picture before making decisions

This is a list of issues and questions I hope to explore as a member of the DCSD School Board: 

1. How can we build a new early elementary facility that meets the needs of the community and students? 

2. How can we best implement state laws that impact students and educators? 

3. How can we address social-emotional needs so that all students feel safe, welcome, and ready to learn? 

4. How can we attract and retain school personnel during these times of staff shortages and rising costs of living in Decorah?

5. How can we promote the value of public education in our community and state while nurturing the positive relationship we have with the local private school?

6. How can we continue to build a careful, thoughtful process in order to make these important decisions?