As someone who’s been involved in our public schools for almost 20 years, I know how fortunate we are to have such committed and qualified residents who are willing to volunteer so much of their time by serving in town-wide offices. This year’s election has a particularly strong group of candidates overall, but the School Committee race has a clear-cut distinction between two very different visions for Lexington schools. I urge you to vote for Kathleen Lenihan on (or before!) March 5th.
Kathleen has demonstrated a strong commitment to the work of making our schools a place where all students feel respected and valued for who they are, while continuing to receive a world class education. She will continue to support our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work at a time when students all over the country have come under attack for their basic identities; it is of primary importance that we here in Lexington take a strong stand to show that we do, in fact, believe that We All Belong. She has also been at the forefront of the efforts to address disparities in discipline and achievement at our schools, as well as work to support our students’ social and emotional health.
If that weren’t enough, Kathleen has the experience and leadership skills to help make a new fiscally responsible Lexington High School a reality. This huge and necessary project will need the input and support of people townwide, and her combination of fiscal prudence and experience in shepherding large building projects and working on debt exclusion campaigns will be invaluable over the next several years.
Town elections often have limited turnout, so your vote will be very important. Please join me in voting for Kathleen on March 5th.