Greetings, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Denishea; I'm 38 years young and from Dallas, Texas. I recognized the public education system is continuously changing and our community needs someone who makes the scholars of CHISD a priority and advocate for the public education system. As a mother, parent, and community leader, I am passionate about public education, empowering parents, and enhancing our community by sharing the stories of the heart and soul of our schools.

I believe that a school board must be responsive and receptive to parents, staff, students, and the community at large, encouraging an open dialog. The board must take input from all groups and weigh all the facts before making a decision. A Board member is a trustee of the community that elects him or her. That Trustee must be accessible and willing to collaborate with all members of the community; that includes all District staff and our city. Anyone that comes before the board has the right to be heard not just to speak. A school board member must build public understanding, support, and participation.

My efforts as a board member would center on serving all of the children in the community; one child is no more important than another. We are a diverse community and have to celebrate that diversity. Our schools are here to serve the educational needs of all children. All stakeholders; parents, all district personnel Certificated, Classified, and Management, as well as students must be partners in this endeavor if we are to be successful.

With my background and knowledge of our district, I can help to provide the necessary leadership to keep the district on an even keel. I strongly believe that we have tremendous teachers and staff working with our children. We must re-establish morale amongst all district employees, and work to return harmony throughout the district. Education takes place in the classroom and the board's efforts must focus on enhancing and enriching what goes on there.

By working together we can all share in the knowledge and satisfaction that we have provided for the educational needs of all children, and have built a district where students, parents, teachers, and staff feel they are welcome and that they belong. I ask for your support because IT IS TIME TO BRIDGE THE GAP.

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