Name: Laurie Parman

Position for which you are a candidate: School District U-300 Board

 

Why are you seeking this position?

As a former District 300 teacher, and a Doctor of Education, I believe that I am well suited to address the critical issues facing District 300.

What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position?

I taught in District 300 for 22 years.  During that time I taught literacy and history to 5th grade students and then completed my career before retiring in 2021 as a Family and Consumer Science teacher.  During that time, I earned a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership.  I served as an  interim assistant principal and summer school administrator 3 times.  I was Literacy Leader for 15 fifth grade teachers.  I served on many district committees.  Among those are 2 Boundary Change committees and the committee to align the Common Core Literacy standards.

What will be your highest priorities if elected?

My highest priorities will be re-shifting the focus of District 300 back to the academic mission of the district.  The students of District 300 have not been served well, as only 25% of students can read and write and compute at grade level.

 

Will you be attending the Candidate Night?  Yes

 

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