Bio

I grew up in Southeastern Pennsylvania, and moved to Delaware to attend college after graduating from high school. I majored in Computer Science Engineering and minored in Political Science, and I graduated in 2018, after which I became a software engineer at JP Morgan Chase in Wilmington. I have attended several monthly board meetings in the past few years, and I believe the board is in need of young professionals with a clearer understanding of what schools should be doing to prepare students for work and life in the 21st Century.

What is the most important issue facing the school district? How do you plan to address it?

The most important issue facing this school district is lack of proper funding. We are losing valuable and passionate educators because our district has not been offering competitive salaries. If elected, I will advocate for more and better funding so that we can adequately pay our staff for their efforts and can provide students the education they deserve.

What kind of mental health support would you like to see in schools and how would you advocate for it?

Let me be clear: schools need far more counselors, psychologists, and social workers than are currently available. In past years, I have been a vocal advocate for increased mental health resources in schools, and I will continue to be an advocate beyond this election, even if I am not elected. 

How should the school board approach curriculum topics/books/materials that members of the community want removed?

I think one of the most important parts of education is discussion and the challenging of different ideas. For this reason, I think students should have access to as many books and curricular materials that challenge them as possible, so they can become more thoughtful and critical thinkers better suited for a confusing and polarized political landscape.

Do you support the passage of HB96, which would reduce the eligible voting age for school board elections from 18 to 16?

I am 100% in support of HB96. Students are more passionate, informed, and engaged than ever before, and as the recipients of the education their schools are providing, they are one of the best sources for understanding how to meet students’ needs. I feel that many people who do not support this bill are underestimating the ability of teenagers to make informed decisions, but I believe that if students are given the opportunity to vote, they will take it seriously.