Issue Position: Education

Issue Position

As a graduate of Clemens Crossing Elementary School, Clarksville Middle School and Atholton High School, I believe strongly in our public-school system. My mother taught in Howard County Public Schools for over 30 years and my children are at the beginning of their public-school education in our county. It is critical that we continue to invest in our county's education system and ensure that our children have the best education possible. In this effort, I strongly believe that all children should have an equal opportunity for success. That is why one of my top priorities is Pre-K education for all of our children.

We must also provide educational development opportunities for our teachers, create recruiting and retention mechanisms to attract and keep qualified teachers in our county, ensure that our children aren't trying to learn in an over-crowded environment and ensure our schools and children are equipped for this digital era. Our local colleges must remain strong in this regard and all our educational facilities must provide safe and worry-free environments for students and staff.

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