Q&A: Learn about Katy ISD Position 3 candidate priorities

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.

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!

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.