(Stu News, 10/21/22)
I remember being taught John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success at Lincoln Elementary School, but this wasn’t my first time learning it, as John Wooden was a legend in my home. My dad played volleyball at UCLA, and my mom, LISA PEARSON, received her master’s in education from UCLA.
The Pyramid of Success teaches sincerity, honesty, reliability, integrity, loyalty and poise. While performing well academically was important in our household, my parents held these values above all else.
My mom, LISA PEARSON, came from a family of educators, and while she was teaching, she became one of the most popular teachers in her school. When I was born, she retired to focus on raising the family. Raising three children, one with a learning disability, has only furthered her compassion and underlies her promise to treat every student with kindness and respect.
If you haven’t heard of my mom, step outside and ask your neighbors about her. Her positive reputation precedes her. I saw it when I attended Lincoln Elementary and Corona del Mar Middle and High School. Teachers and students were quick to recognize the PEARSON name because of her years of dedicated service to our schools.
We live in a community where reputation goes a long way. Being able to work with others and listen to opposing views is important when considering someone for a position of leadership. As you prepare to vote, either by mail or in-person, I encourage you to think about the type of leader you would want representing you, your kids and our district on the school board.
LISA PEARSON is the only school board candidate in Trustee Area 4 who has earned the respect of our community through years of service and leadership – always done with kindness and respect. She is trusted by students, parents and leaders throughout our community.
Vote for my mom, Lisa Pearson, for our Newport-Mesa School Board Trustee, Area 4.
Maxwell Pearson
Newport Beach