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STRONG SCHOOLS CREATE OUTSTANDING COMMUNITIES

Our Kids Deserve The BEST!

We are passionate about our public school district and everything we do will focus on academic excellence and alternative pathways to student success. We will focus on a solid educational curriculum that will put Douglas County public schools as the state and national leader in achievement and prepare our children for success now and in the future.

School safety is our priority. We will work to put in place policies that will increase the overall safety and security of our students and schools. We believe in accountable leadership and innovative approaches to problem solving. We will also responsibly address district budgetary needs and salary discrepancies with our outstanding teachers and staff who deserve the best possible compensation for their dedication, caring and support of our children. Our kids deserve the BEST and BRIGHTEST futures!

MISSION STATEMENT

TALKING POINTS

What's BEST For Our Kids

BEST PRINCIPLES

Building a Brighter Future!
Excellence in Academics!
Student Safety & Success!
Teamwork Between Parents,

Teachers & the Community!

BEST GOALS

Be the fiscally responsible voice through transparency and planning for the taxpayers of our community
Promote Douglas County as the premier public school district for students, educators and the community
Continue academic excellence by assessing the curriculum to improve core knowledge and skills at all grade levels
Encourage a culture of volunteerism that truly engages all parents and helps them feel invested in our schools
Champion the District's mission to provide an educational foundation allowing each student to reach their individual potential

BEST PRIORITIES

Ensure Safe and Caring Schools – Deploy highly trained and integrated security so every child feels safe and welcome
Strengthen parent choices and teacher partnerships that benefit all students
Continue to cultivate a rigorous academic curriculum that focuses on future success
Promote alternative pathways, such as Legacy Campus and VALE that prepare students to achieve their dreams.
Optimize resources to address growth and competitive pay that is vital to the mission of the school district

THE TEAM

Meet The BEST Candidates

JASON PAGE

Jason is a global IT leader and experienced problem solver. He has one daughter attending school in Douglas County. He is a former educator, previous Board Director at a DCSD Charter School, and is currently serving on the DCSD School Board for District C.

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ANDY JONES

Andy is a retired Navy pilot of 30 years and an airline captain. He serves as a Board Director for the Highlands Ranch Metro District. He served as a charter school board president and leader on the District Accountability Committee. His children graduated from Douglas County public schools.

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MARIA SUMNICHT

Maria immigrated to the US as a child and knows strong schools ensure the future for our kids. She worked with New York City's Board of Education to ensure cybersecurity, as a NASA computer scientist, is an award-winning IT professional, and currently the CEO of a technology startup.

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