Proven Leadership During the Pandemic

My call for 'COMPASSION OVER COMPLIANCE' became more than a rallying cry, but a value statement for what truly mattered.

PROVEN LEADERSHIP during the pandemic:

• One of the first states to suspend testing, teacher/leader evaluations, and accountability
• First state to apply for federal testing and accountability waivers
• First state to provide one-time $1,000 bonuses to all K-12 teachers and support staff
• One of the first states to be awarded USDA waivers, allowing tens of millions of students to be fed