Monthly Archives: October 2014
The Good Campaign for Education
As the general election draws near I ask you to seriously consider what our city has accomplished in our schools and what potential awaits us. We have invested so much of our city, our children, ourselves in public education by … Continue reading
Meet Me at the Primetime Tailgate Party
I would love the opportunity to meet you and answer your questions about my vision for Oak Ridge Schools. Talk to me at the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce’s “Primetime Tailgate Party” this Thursday, October 23rd, from 4:30 to 6:30 … Continue reading
Oak Ridge versus Powell
I’m also a supporter of our athletic programs. We have a long tradition in athletics in the state and our tradition in football is second to home in high school football in Tennessee. To my knowledge Oak Ridge is the … Continue reading
The Road to Excellence
From Oak Ridge Today, a great news resource for the Secret City.
Why I Am Running
Over the past month this is the question I have been asked the most, “Why are you running for school board?” There have been some variations, “Why do you want to be on the school board,” “What gripe do you … Continue reading
Our Most Valuable Resource: Teachers!
At the recent Chamber of Commerce Board of Education candidate forum this question was asked: “What is the school system’s best resource and it’s most pressing issue?” I was selected to answer that question, gladly. I’ll leave the second half … Continue reading
Digital Technology Will Benefit Students of Lower Income Families
Some citizens in Oak Ridge and some running for Board of Education have questioned the use of digital devices and technology by implying such uses would place an undue burden on the poor. While I can see this argument, I … Continue reading
Mike Mahathy for BOE 