Elected Experience
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Other Professional Experience

Assistant Professor of History, Washington State University Tri-Cities, 2021-present; Assistant Director, Archivist, Historian, Hanford History Project, Washington State University Tri-Cities, 2015-present

Education
BA - History, Suma Cum Laude, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, 2011; MA - History, Washington State University, 2014

Community Service
Kennewick Historic Preservation Commission, Commissioner, 2018-2022; B Reactor Museum Association, President, 2019-2024, VP 2024-current

Statement
In today’s world, politics seem to touch nearly every corner of our daily lives. But when it comes to our public schools, I believe it’s time to draw a clear line. As a candidate for the Kennewick School Board, I’m committed to keeping divisive culture wars out of our classrooms and ensuring our schools remain focused on what truly matters: educating every student.

This is a non-partisan position, and I take that seriously. Our mission should be clear—providing equal access, support, and opportunity to all students across the Kennewick School District. I’m excited to work hand-in-hand with teachers, administrators, and families to build an educational environment where every student can thrive.

As a parent of two (one current student and one future student of KSD), and a college professor, I know how important a good educational foundation is. We all want what’s best for our children. That shared goal should unite us. Now more than ever, we must set politics aside and come together as a community to support our schools, empower our educators, and put the future of our students first. Together we can make our schools a place where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.