"I am passionate about achieving excellence in education by securing resources and optimizing opportunities. It is important to bring out the best in each child. I would like to see every child, regardless of ability, challenges, and communal disparities, achieve academic excellence. Regardless of ability, I know all children are gifted in their own unique and individual ways. I am passionate about child focused curriculum involving collaboration between administration, school staff and parents. I believe in a holistic approach to education. One that goes beyond books and standardized methods. When children can participate in hands-on activities, be outside and explore, they are better able to discover and dream of their possibilities. I feel strongly about school safety and mental health, including but not limited to, public health protocols and procedures, bullying, suicide prevention, chemical health education, peer pressure, incorporating love and awareness of nature and the preservation of our environment, and the social/cultural/religious harmony of the people who live in and attend school in our diverse district. It is of utmost importance to me to support students, staff and parents with regard to educational gaps that have been exacerbated by the pandemic. I think I speak for all of us when I say we all believe and strive for healthy and safe schools, inclusivity, giving back to the community. I believe humanity is our greatest connector.