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Candidates were asked to keep responses under 75 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity.
Amy Thieme
Experience:
former KISD math teacher; software trainer; business owner; served on Math Curriculum Search Team; substitute teacher
Occupation:
Realtor
Candidate Website:
http://www.thieme4kisd.com
In light of the national teacher shortage, what would be your strategy for recruiting and retaining high-quality teachers in Katy ISD?
When looking at neighboring districts, Katy ISD salaries tend to lag. Another way to help with teacher performance and morale are district/administration commitment to effective classroom discipline, smaller class sizes, protecting teacher planning periods and encouraging collaborative/team teaching. As a former teacher, I appreciated administrations that prioritized my instructional time with students. In addition, I would like to examine offering half day teaching positions to recruit retired teachers.
Bruce Bradford
Experience:
20-year Katy resident; husband of educator; operated own business; worked in financial services
Occupation:
Mortgage lender
Candidate Website:
http://www.bradford4katyisd.com
Contact Information:
281-798-4216
In light of the national teacher shortage, what would be your strategy for recruiting and retaining high-quality teachers in Katy ISD?
Educate teaching candidates about the many positive reasons to join the district. Encourage the community to find creative ways to reward teachers. Grow our own future teachers!
Shawn Miller
Experience:
over 20 years teaching experience; served on bond committee; certified public accountant; volunteered for WatchD.O.G.S. program, PTA
Occupation:
College professor
Candidate Website:
http://www.voteshawnmiller.com
Contact Information:
281-290-5206
In light of the national teacher shortage, what would be your strategy for recruiting and retaining high-quality teachers in Katy ISD?
I believe that to recruit and retain high-quality teachers in Katy ISD we must pay teachers a higher salary and provide better benefits. Teachers should also be supported in the classroom through technology and classroom support resources. In addition, teachers should be provided with quality professional development opportunities, mentoring and other programs that support high-quality teachers.
