Issue Position: Education

Issue Position

We need the per pupil funding formula reconfigured in order to increase school funding, we cannot continue to be last in the nation for funding. An investment in our education system will result in one of the best return on investments that can be made. Education, the economy, and criminal justice all socially linked. A strong, premier education system can result in a stronger economy while reducing crime and the burden on the criminal justice system. Increased funding creates the environment most conducive for academic and social growth. Oversized classrooms and lack of resources has plagued the district for too long. Teachers need relevant, effective resources provided by the district. Our students need expanded career and technical programming and access to quality programs including the Arts, extra-curricular activities, after school programming and career exploration. I support reducing the excessive amount of standardized testing and data collection our students are subjected to throughout the year. Students need more time to develop academically and socially. We need to increase the number of social workers, counselors, and mental health providers in our school to holistically address our students' needs. Futhermore, the national teacher shortage has had a huge impact on Nevada. Teachers and staff need to earn competitive wages with professional respect and working conditions that attract and retain our most qualified, passionate teachers.

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