James joined the Kingston City School District’s Board of Education because he felt he could make a positive contribution. “I have a daughter who attends school in the District. I wanted to make sure I felt comfortable with the School Board leadership of the District and that the philosophies practiced would be compatible with an environment I would want for my daughter.” In addition, James believes, “The Board also has a responsibility for looking forward to the future needs of the District.”

If James could achieve any educational goal while serving as a Board of Education member, it would be to see excellent programs implemented for all students so that each student can reach his or her maximum potential.

Current Board committee involvement includes serving as the chairman of the Master Facilities Plan Committee, and being a member of the Carnegie Building Committee, and the Audit and Finance Committee.

Matthew joined the Kingston City School District’s Board of Education because he wanted to perform a public service to help out the community. “I’d like to encourage others to get involved and come to meetings. I will do the best I can to help the District.”

If Matthew could achieve any educational goal while serving as a Board of Education member, it would be to raise the High School graduation rate and give students the best education possible to ensure they leave Kingston with the best opportunities to pursue other career paths.

Current Board committee involvement includes the Dietz Stadium Commission and the Facilities Inspection Committee.

Maureen joined the Kingston City School District’s Board of Education after serving for many years as a parent on various District committees. “I hope to influence academic goals and issues of equity and diversity in the District.”

If Maureen could achieve any educational goal while serving as a Board of Education member, it would be to close the achievement gap between different ethnic and socioeconomic groups and to make character education a centerpiece of the curriculum.

Current Board committee involvement includes serving on the District-Wide Parent’s Council as a Board representative, Policy Committee Chairperson, Comprehensive District Education Plan (CDEP) Committee, and the Contract Negotiating Team.

Pamela joined the Board of Education because she wanted to give back to her community and preserve the quality of education while also increasing communication with parents and voters.

If Pamela could achieve any educational goal while serving as a Board of Education member, it would be to enable every student to graduate with the academic skills necessary to either advance into the workplace and/or to postsecondary education.

James believes all students should receive a quality education that does not overburden the taxpayer. If he could achieve any educational goal while serving as a Board of Education member, it would be to close the achievement gap between different ethnic and socioeconomic groups, and to bring an awareness of the importance of diversity in the staff, and the importance diversity plays in the education of all of our children.

Current Board committee involvement includes serving on the Policy Committee and the Facility Inspection Committee.

Christopher joined the Kingston City School District’s Board of Education after he spent 12 years attending Board of Education meetings. “I feel a trustee’s job is to look at the full picture of what is best for the students, the District as a whole, and the community. I believe it is every person’s duty to serve the community in some form and to give back for all we receive. Whether you are serving on a community board or volunteering as a firefighter, these are all equally important ways of helping your community.”

If Christopher could achieve any educational goal while serving as a Board of Education member, it would be to increase the performance of minority and low-income youth and increase reading competence at the Grade K-2 level.

Current Board committee involvement includes the Policy Committee, the Health and Wellness Committee, and the Master Plan Facilities Committee.

David joined the Kingston City School District’s Board of Education because he wanted to build trust between administration, faculty, and the parent body. “I also wanted to work to improve the fiscal policy of the District.”

If David could achieve any educational goal while working as a Board of Education member, it would be to increase student achievement.

Current Board committee involvement includes being Chairman of the Finance and Audit Committee and a member of the Policy Committee, Facilities Inspection Committee, and Carnegie Building Committee.

Kristen joined the Kingston City School District Board of Education because she wanted to be part of the decision making process for students and to ensure the District offers the best possible programming.

“I want to maintain safe schools while also maintaining financial responsibility for the entire community.”