“I have no idea who to vote for. It’s just the school board. Does it really matter?”

Let’s face it. Voter apathy is real, and only a few people are making the decisions for everyone. So, of course, your vote matters!

It matters whether you’re a parent of a child currently enrolled, you’re single, married, divorced, a homeowner, a renter, a graduate, retired or working your first job. Anyone with a stake in our community should care about our local school board and the decisions that are made for our community’s children and educational staff.

Maryville is a blessed community. But it didn’t happen by magic. Our school district is a very successful one and has been financially strong for many years. We have clear leadership that sets goals and works hard to provide the means to achieve them.

That’s why I’d like to serve on your school board. I have no interest in rocking the ship, merely a desire to help continue to steer its course.