Re-Elect Margaret Lorber
school board -- District B
Endorsed by the Alexandria Times, November 1, 2018:
"Lorber is one of the most impressive incumbents on either council or the school board, and her experience in bilingual and special education -- two areas where ACPS most needs improvement --is especially helpful"
"Lorber is one of the most impressive incumbents on either council or the school board, and her experience in bilingual and special education -- two areas where ACPS most needs improvement --is especially helpful"
The job of the school board is to promote academic success by providing resources, programs, leadership and oversight for our school system. During my 3 years on the board we have:
Why I'm running for re-election:
I'm proud of what we've accomplished. There's more work to be done. We need to:
- Secured increased funding to educate our growing student population
- Hired a new superintendent with the experience, vision and commitment to provide enduring leadership
- Promoted academic achievement through innovative programs, such as the International Academy, and expanded family support, helping close the achievement gap
- Supported teachers and staff with increased salaries and benefits
- Increased capacity by approving two new schools and improving maintenance
- Empowered families through an ACPS program to engage and train parents that has gained wide recognition
- Advanced equity through expanded programs to reduce suspensions and expulsions and robust anti-bullying and anti-discrimination policies
Why I'm running for re-election:
I'm proud of what we've accomplished. There's more work to be done. We need to:
- Collaborate with City Council to secure resources to meet students’ needs
- Oversee the opening of two new elementary schools
- Find immediate solutions to overcrowding while we plan and construct new schools
- Provide competitive compensation for teachers and all staff
- Improve services for students with special needs and talents;
- Ensure the success of our new Superintendent;
A Great Kickoff!