Community Leadership & Public Engagement

Community Leadership & Public Engagement reflects how I show up in District 6: not as a distant official, but as a consistent presence in the same schools, churches, and community centers where families gather. My belief is that the best education policy is written in conversation with the people it affects most.
I organize and participate in town hall meetings where parents, students, and educators can ask hard questions and expect straight answers. I prioritize local outreach initiatives that include block conversations, school visits, and neighborhood gatherings, because policy should never feel like something that happens to a community without its input.
Community partnerships are central to my approach. I build relationships with PTAs, faith leaders, veteran organizations, youth programs, and nonprofit groups to connect educational goals with existing community strengths. Through stakeholder networking, I help bring together voices that rarely sit in the same room but share the same desire for safe, supportive, high-performing schools.
I also provide educational workshops and public speaking engagements focused on practical topics: how the State Board of Education works, what the "Self-Esteem First" vision means for classrooms, and how the $50 billion school fund influences local resources. These sessions are designed to leave residents better informed and more empowered to advocate for their children.
Community Leadership & Public Engagement is ultimately about accountability. When I stand in front of neighbors and answer for my decisions, I stay grounded in what matters: listening, learning, and leading in direct partnership with the families I serve.