She is a native of Henry County and graduated from Henry County High School in 1977.

She is the proud mother of three children, all HCS graduates, and a proud grandmother to eight grandchildren, too, with one more on the way. The focus on high stakes testing and school grades unfortunately coincides with less support provided to our K-2 students and teachers.

It is incumbent upon the School Board and superintendent to eliminate any policy that is discriminatory on its face or that gives way to discriminatory behavior. COVID-19 is a new issue in not only education but for the world. The team will discuss and emphasize practices that strengthen relationships and build a positive school culture. We need to promote the importance of our youngest learners attending pre-K in order to get a head start to learning letters and letter sounds before they get to kindergarten. Teachers also are able to meet the individual needs of students through small group interventions. Dr. Pam Nutt is the longest-serving member of the Henry County Board of Education. Curriculum is also an area that needs to be examined. The filing deadline for this election was March 6, 2020..

Elementary - Bethlehem ES, Dutchtown ES, Hampton ES, Luella ES, Mt. Making sure students are reading on level and ready for the rigor of public education must begin before kindergarten, as early as preparing the mother before childbirth. Vice President660-525-2037 | lewise@henrycountyr1.k12.mo.usMr. She and her husband Dusty are the proud parents of four daughters - Ellie Ann, Mamie Cole, Hazel Lane, and Gladie Pearl. Cost effectiveness of keeping a neighborhood school open is always a concern, however other factors play a role such as transportation. Literacy must be our North Star. Does that require additional resources? Copyright © 2002-2020 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. I am not in the position without in-depth research to make a recommendation on closing a neighborhood school. We will work to establish consequences that will correct behavior and analyze discipline data to identify trends and patterns and discuss action steps for improvement. Sometimes what may be fiscally sound may not be what is best for students.

As mentioned before, I also believe that we need to increase enrollment in early education programs such as Head Start and pre-K. What are the three most pressing issues for the school district, and how would you address them? We will connect with community partners and organizations that can provide mentors to students, sponsor clubs, and support attendance incentives and recognitions. Official Facebook page for Henry County Schools, McDonough, GA We must ensure our most effective and highly effective teachers (in VAM and classroom management) are in front of our highest-needs students. In addition, each  board member serves on various committees, which meet at least once monthly. However, many factors must be considered, including existing debt and potential future growth/development when considering school or facility closures. Her experience of over 30 years in the classroom provides her with a unique perspective to serve the students and families in the northern section of the county. I strongly believe that charters should be mandated to demonstrate great need and a focus on education and not profit. We must ensure teachers have the materials, resources and training they need to meet the various learning levels and needs of their students. Then develop an emergency plan. Early learning in District 5 must increase. Please try a new search. In a balanced literacy approach, students are able to see both reading and writing being modeled and are given opportunities for independent practice. First, additional resources are an understatement when teachers are currently asking for resources, period. She also used this time to volunteer and lead the children's ministries at McDonough Presbyterian Church. Improving the academic achievement of our students in our most challenged schools requires transformational leadership with a focus on talent, curriculum and community engagement. Locally, I will continue to hold the superintendent accountable for the financial health of the district by ensuring that as a nonprofit, the superintendent is diligent in “increasing revenue” by reducing all unnecessary expenses. Mr. Jason Heany, President 660-647-5311 | heanyj@henrycountyr1.k12.mo.us. She is excited about the future of Henry County Schools and believes that great things are ahead. The district’s growth management department has done well in eliminating surplus properties. We need to intentionally provide this support at K-2 and even earmark resources to put coaches and resource teachers in the lower grades. In … Tamara Shamburger was elected to this seat in 2016 after career educator and long-time board member Doretha Edgecomb stepped down. Additionally, students of color fall victim to what is termed as the school to prison pipeline, the direct relationship between strict school policies and the disproportionate imprisonment of students from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds. Kathlene Brown, Member 660-647-3539 | brownk@henrycountyr1.k12.mo.usMr. accessibility concerns, please contact the webmaster. - A Special Election is any election that is not a regular scheduled election called for by any taxing authority in Henry …

The Henry County Board consists of 20 elected  officials who represent two districts covering the  County. The Henry County Board of Education is comprised of five members. I will also encourage the superintendent to seriously vet a property tax referendum to raise revenue for increased and sustained staff pay. Henry County Schools Facebook Link Henry County Schools Twitter Link Henry County Schools YouTube Link Henry County Schools Instagram Link Henry County Schools Google Plus Link Henry County Schools Pinterest Link Henry County Schools Vimeo Link Henry County Schools Flickr Link Henry County Schools Linked-In Link The inequity that has been a part of the school district and overall community has given rise to such issues as the school to prison pipeline and inconsistent disciplining practices for students of color.