What are your goals as you begin this new role?

Our main focus must be growing the Red For Ed movement across the state of Indiana. As part of that movement, I would like to create a model school funding formula that we consistently advocate for with our partners.

How do you envision connecting with ISTA members as vice president?

I will continue to travel the state meeting with all 23 district councils, ESP council, retired council and aspiring educator chapters. I am looking forward to the many opportunities to attend and participate in events at locals across the state to interact with members from every part of the state and support the work that they are doing. I want every member to know that their leadership team is here to support and empower them in the work that they do on behalf of our members every day.

As vice president, you will chair the ISTA Foundation for the Improvement of Education. What do you hope to achieve for through the ISTA Foundation?

My goal is to extend the strategic planning process that ISTA has participated in to the ISTA Foundation. Through that process, members will have input into the mission, vision and goals of the ISTA Foundation to ensure that the foundation’s future work reflects what our members desire that work to be.