Q: Can you share with us your background and what motivated you to become a Subcouncil Member?
A: I was encouraged to apply for an open seat in district one. With an extensive background in health care as an audiologist, I have spent my entire professional career advocating for access to education for people of all ages who are deaf or hard of hearing. Education is key to everyone’s ability to achieve their goals and build the life they want. The mission of the Learning Community is to close achievement gaps for students which is another way I can continue to be an advocate. Every child deserves an education and removing barriers is incredibly important. My parents were great role models and instilled in me the desire to serve others in the community where I live. Being on the LCCC is giving me a tremendous opportunity to serve my community in areas that I am passionate about: education and children.
Q: How do you see your role as a Subcouncil member making a positive impact on the community?
A: Being new on the council, going out to the schools and seeing the programs that the Learning Community helps fund has shown me up close that we are making a difference in the lives of families and children. Our children are our future and every penny invested in them will come back to our community in well rounded, educated people which keeps Douglas and Sarpy Counties great places to raise families.
