I remember the day, as the founding Principal of Andersen Elementary School in the Port Streets. Parents walked their children to their classrooms, excited to meet their teachers. It was a special time for this brand new neighborhood school. Like those parents, today’s parents want great schools that care about their children, that prepare them for the next grade, eventually for college and career.
This fall, I’m looking forward to electing a school board member in our Trustee Area 4 that knows our schools and our parents, that knows what good teaching looks like, and knows how to treat students and parents with kindness and respect. That candidate for school board is Lisa Pearson.
Lisa taught elementary school for many years and when it was time for her own children to enter school, she jumped right in and volunteered at every opportunity. From the classroom, to the fundraisers, the parent leadership organizations at Lincoln Elementary, Corona Del Mar Middle, and Corona Del Mar High school, Lisa has earned the respect of parents, teachers, and community members. She knows how to work as a team member, a problem solver, and a leader. She looks for solutions not division.
When Lisa is elected to the school board, I am confident that the single priority guiding her will be the students. She will put in the work to ensure that Newport-Mesa students receive the top-notch education that our schools are known for, and will hold the district to the highest standards of excellence. She will provide a fresh approach to parental input and ensure that our schools honor the values of our community.
After I retired as Principal of Ensign Intermediate School, I dedicated my life, along with my wife, Liddy, to serving our community at the Oasis Senior Center and in many other ways. I’ve seen plenty of volunteers come and go. I love this school district. This will always be my school district. What Lisa Pearson has done in her background makes her the perfect candidate for this role on our school board.
Scott Paulsen, Corona del Mar