Describe the qualifications and experiences you would bring to the State Board of Education and how they would be an asset to the work of the Board: (question from selection committee)

    I received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Brigham Young University in 1994, and have maintained a Utah state teaching license since graduation. I taught 1^st grade for Alpine School District for 3 years. Upon leaving my post with Alpine School District; I began consulting with their Title One program where I taught in-service classes and demonstrated the classroom techniques we discussed in class.  In 2006, I became a founding board member at Lakeview Academy, a K-9 Charter school in Saratoga Springs, a position I currently hold.  During the last 14 years I have been extremely involved with my children’s education. I have volunteered, participated in community council meetings or board meetings at the following schools:  Meadow Elementary, Snow Springs Elementary, Ranches Academy, Lakeview Academy, Saratoga Shores Elementary, Willow Creek Middle School, Vista Heights Middle School, Rockwell Charter High School, Westlake High School, Pioneer Academy for the Performing Arts, and MyOptions charter school. We are very fortunate to have so many good schools in our area.   I am involved with these schools because I have 6 children and I believe education is not a one size fits all. My family has worked hard to find the best educational fit for each individual child, sometimes resulting in each child attending a different school