JanetCaldwell

Experience Matters

I have been a public school educator for 27 years in the Bethel School District and currently serve as the Bethel Education Association president. I’m a National Board-Certified teacher who collaborates and gets things done. I understand budgets and will uphold Clover Park District's stellar reputation as a wise steward of taxpayer monies. I am focused on ensuring an excellent student education, retaining and attracting quality educators, and moving the Clover Park School District forward.

Every student has a path to success

I support the 9 different pathway options to graduation students can take in Washington State (see link below). Families and educators know that children have different talents and academic strengths; students are more than a high-stakes test score. As a board director, I want students engaged in learning, excited to attend classes, motivated to strive for excellence, and recognized for their achievements. I support timely academic interventions and career counseling with family involvement to keep all students on a path to success.

https://ospi.k12.wa.us/student-success/graduation/graduation-requirements/graduation-pathways

Safety is Paramount

The safety of our students and staff is a high priority. As a board director, I will support a budget that provides updated physical safety protections to our schools. Our educators and staff need to be heard and supported when it comes to in-school discipline and behavior intervention. I support the continued use of social and emotional curriculum to teach students coping skills and how to self-regulate their behavior, as well as providing adequate staffing of counselors and mental health services.