Party: Republican and Democratic
Considering your experiences and background, why are you the best choice for this school board seat?
My experience, both professionally and since retirement, provide the leadership skills needed for this school board seat. I was a member of the Administrative Team at Chambersburg Hospital when I was a Nurse Manager and Associate Director of Nursing. My teaching experience at the Franklin County Career and Technology Center Practical Nursing Program provided me with the opportunity to implement computer technology to aid in the instruction of students. I witnessed first-hand the importance of self-confidence and optimism in promoting success in the students who I served. I have been a member of various volunteer boards, including the Administrative Board at Salem United Brethren Church, the Board of the former Piney Mountain Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, and I am currently serving on the Advisory Council for the Franklin County Area A
In the primary election on May 18, the Republican and Democratic races in Region 1 (Letterkenny, Lurgan, Greene 3, Greene 6) and Region 3 (Guilford 2, 4 and 6) are contested. Un-challenged incumbents are seeking the Region 4 (Chambersburg 5-1, Guilford 1) and Region 6 (Hamilton) seats. There are no candidates in Region 7 and Region 8, which have two-year terms.
In Region 3, a veteran local educator and school administrator and a licensed mental health counselor and district parent are vying for the seat. Both have cross-filed, meaning they will appear on both the Republican and Democratic ballots.
Unless there is a write-in campaign, there are two possible outcomes: Each candidate wins one party and both will face off again in the general election in November, or one of them wins both parties nominations and effectively wins the seat.