Issue Position: Education

Issue Position

Preserving the public education system and viewing it as an investment in future generations will be a priority if I am elected. I know the power of education and understand that many of our most vulnerable children rely on the education that is provided through the public education system. Education saved my life, and I will ensure that all children from all communities have access to a high quality education. I will be a vocal advocate for public education and ensure all stakeholders are cognizant of the long-term impact of the education decisions that are currently being made. I also understand that among school-related factors, teacher quality has the greatest impact on student success. I will work to ensure that teacher training, support and resources are in place to adequately prepare school staff to educate our children. I will support any measure to make college more affordable, open access to more students and oppose measures that divert public funding from our schools. Career readiness and training is necessary to adapt to our changing economy and should be readily available to all students.

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