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At the February School Board Meeting, a special presentation was made by some very special people....The video below shows tremendous kindness by leadership students at Blue Springs High School...supported by a special teacher and staff. It's heartwarming to see the impact these students are having on kids with special needs and disabilities as.....BREAKFAST BUDDIES! It's so important that we do all we can in our District to ensure every student gets the support and preparati

I’m running for the Blue Springs School Board because strong schools are essential to our students, educators, and community. As a parent, grandparent, longtime volunteer, and the husband of an educator who supported young children with developmental needs at Liggett Trail Early Childhood Center, I’ve seen firsthand how strong schools change lives. I believe in practical, student-centered leadership that supports educators, listens to families, and uses resources responsibly—

Health and safety must always be our top priority—physically, emotionally, and socially. Our schools should be safe, supportive environments where bullying and cyberbullying are addressed, and students are protected from harassment or abuse by peers or trusted adults. Every decision should support student learning, growth, and long-term success by providing multiple pathways for students after graduation. We must focus on building critical thinking, reasoning, and decision-ma

Strong schools depend on strong professionals. Teachers, specialists, and support staff play a critical role in student success and deserve to feel respected, supported, and empowered in their work. We need to ensure educators are given the time, resources, and professional trust they need, so they can focus on what matters most, building meaningful relationships with students, meeting individual learning needs, and fostering positive classroom environments.   The school boar

Technology is a part of everyday life for today’s students, including phones, multiple screens, and emerging tools like artificial intelligence. These tools are definitely here to stay, so how they are used in schools matters. When used appropriately, technology can support learning, creativity, and problem-solving. However, they should never replace student effort, critical thinking, or the development of essential skills. Too much screen time or overreliance on technology c

Making Blue Springs a better place to live, work, and raise a family is a goal we all share. Over the past several years, I have been actively involved in our community through volunteering and service on city boards and commissions, contributing where help and leadership were needed. In 2020, I was appointed to the Blue Springs Parks Commission, where I currently serve. During this time, we advocated for and successfully passed a sales tax extension that funded park improvem

For the past  25 years, I have worked closely with kids, mostly from Missouri and Kansas in grades 5–12, and young adults in the Scouting program. I served in a wide range of leadership roles, working directly with Scouting units at meetings, overnight activities, summer camp, and while teaching merit badges. These experiences allowed me to help mentor youth from diverse backgrounds, including some with special needs, helping them build self-confidence, leadership skills, cha