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Kennewick School District 17 | Director No. 2 4-year term
James Langford (509) 396-4067 james4ksb@outlook.com 114 E 3RD AVE KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Statement: I am very concerned that our public school education quality is rapidly declining. The virus was bad enough, but then a bunch of politicians stepped inn and made it worse. the schools should have opened last fall. doggone it. the schools are paying you, you need to be in the classroom with kids who want to be in the classroom.
Other Professional Experience: truck driver, concerned citizen
if you’re that scared of a little bug, then those can be online. I am also an anti masker. I will declare that masks be made optional. decided by teachers, parents and students. I am planning on the teachers to help bring the quality of education to the quality of private schools.
Education: No Information Submitted
email James4.ksb@outlook.com
Elected Experience: ran 2 years ago for position 4 really wish I tried harder
Community Service: active in the church. active attender of ball games. camera operator at church.
Kennewick School District 17 | Director No. 2 4-year term
Erin Steinert (509) 676-6217 Erin4KSD@gmail.com 8524 W. GAGE BLVD., STE A200 KENNEWICK, WA 99336 Elected Experience: No Information Submitted Other Professional Experience: Outreach Educator, Discovery Center of Springfield (2003-2006) Astronomy Expert, James S. McDonnell Planetarium at the Saint Louis Science Center (2006-2009) Math & Reading Tutor, Kumon North America (2006-2007) Science Educator, LIGO Hanford Observatory (2009-2012) Math Tutor, Sylvan Learning Center (2011-2015) 1st-2nd grade Co-Teacher, Children’s Garden Montessori (2012-2013) Planetarium Outreach Specialist, Bechtel National Planetarium at Columbia Basin College (2013-2019) Director, Planetarium & Observatory, Bechtel National Planetarium at Columbia Basin College (2019-present) Education: BA with Honors, Math and Physics/Global Studies minor, Drury University Community Service: Member, IDEA Committee, Pacific Planetarium Association (2020-2021) Board Member, Hands In for Hands On (HiHo) Tri-Cities (2015-2017)
Statement: As candidate for Kennewick School Board Director, I will strive for effective, science-based curriculum, open communication between the Board and our community, and creating an environment where our youngsters can grow and flourish. Working in education for over 17 years has made me very aware of and familiar with school curricula, state learning standards, and the needs of our students, their families, and their educators. Since relocating to Kennewick 11+ years ago, I have hosted, taught, and tutored thousands of children in all areas of science and the arts. Providing effective instruction in multiple disciplines and encouraging cross-curriculum activities and discussions is important to creating well-rounded members of society. Accessibility and transparency are keys to success; I believe giving everyone equitable access to both the actions and intents of the Board, as well as the tools needed to thrive and prosper in the classroom, is paramount to community and scholastic achievement. Preparing the next generation for an ever-evolving world means instilling a thirst for knowledge, honing critical-thinking skills, and teaching kindness and empathy. I truly want what is best for our students, teachers, families, and the entirety of our wonderful community. Please vote Erin Steinert for School Board. Thank you.
