2023 Candidate for Clear Creek Amana School Board Director, District 2, Iowa - Patricia Higby
Patricia Higby, also known as Pat, is a dedicated candidate running for Clear Creek Amana School Board Director. Her journey to Tiffin was driven by a desire to be closer to her daughter and two grandsons following the loss of her husband. Pat is deeply concerned about the current state of school board affairs, emphasizing the need for a more moderate approach. Her core platform revolves around the principles of "freedom to teach" and "freedom to learn." Pat believes that children must be exposed to the real world to understand it better, asserting that sheltering them can render them more vulnerable. She advocates for free reading, open communication, and embracing diversity as essential components of education. Pat firmly believes in challenging students to excel, comparing it to pushing oneself in sports or physical fitness to achieve greatness.
Pat's extensive background in education further bolsters her candidacy. She graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in general science and physics, teaching in both small and challenging high school environments. Additionally, she worked as an energy educator, collaborating with middle school and elementary teachers to impart knowledge about renewable energy, energy efficiency, and more. Her experience in energy efficiency extends to practical applications at Clark Creek Amana Schools, offering a unique perspective on resource management.
As a candidate, Pat is driven by a commitment to moderation and effective collaboration. She has a history of serving on various boards, emphasizing the importance of open communication and working together towards the common goal of providing an excellent education for our children. Pat recognizes the challenges facing Clear Creek Amana Schools due to rapid growth, including the need for new infrastructure and transportation solutions. She believes that the community should focus on finding solutions rather than engaging in unnecessary conflicts. Moreover, she proposes creative solutions to address staffing shortages in critical areas like bus drivers and custodians, including the possibility of exploring immigration solutions to attract skilled educators to the region.
In summary, Patricia Higby, or Pat, is a seasoned educator with a strong commitment to moderation, collaboration, and providing students with a well-rounded education that embraces diversity and challenges them to excel. Her extensive background in education and pragmatic approach to addressing the challenges faced by Clear Creek Amana Schools make her a compelling candidate for the School Board Director position.
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