Jeron's Vision

What I'm Fighting For

These aren't talking points. These are the things I'd be saying whether I was running or not. The difference is ... now I'm running. So let's get specific.

★ Teacher turnover in high-poverty Louisiana districts is among the highest in the region.★ District 5 students deserve a board member who shows up. Every time.★ When a kid changes, a household changes. When a household changes, a neighborhood changes.
★ Teacher turnover in high-poverty Louisiana districts is among the highest in the region.★ District 5 students deserve a board member who shows up. Every time.★ When a kid changes, a household changes. When a household changes, a neighborhood changes.

"The People Teaching Our Children Deserve to Be Heard"

Teacher, Staff & Administrator Support

  • ★Advocate for competitive teacher salaries to attract and retain top talent
  • ★Expand professional development and mentorship opportunities
  • ★Reduce administrative burden so educators can focus on teaching
  • ★Create pathways for teacher leadership and recognition

"Every Dollar Has a Name ... Let's Make Sure It Goes to the Right Place"

Budget Accountability & Proper Allocation

  • ★Conduct a full audit of how school funds are allocated
  • ★Prioritize spending that directly impacts classroom outcomes
  • ★Seek additional grant funding for underfunded programs
  • ★Publish transparent budgets and accountability reports

"A Diploma Should Open a Door, Not Close One"

Student-to-Career Pipeline & Local Scholarship Program

  • ★Expand career and technical education (CTE) programs
  • ★Strengthen partnerships with local businesses for internships
  • ★Ensure every student has access to technology and digital literacy
  • ★Support STEM and arts programs that develop whole-child education

"Meet Them Where They Are"

Technology as Primary Mission

  • ★Bring innovative thinking to board decisions
  • ★Ensure every classroom has access to current technology tools
  • ★Build digital literacy pathways for students and families
  • ★Use data to identify gaps and close them faster

"Someone Has to Believe in You First"

Mentoring Programs & Mental Health Support

  • ★Invest in mental health and counseling resources in schools
  • ★Build structured mentoring pipelines connecting students with community leaders
  • ★Address chronic absenteeism with proactive, relationship-based outreach
  • ★Create safe spaces where every student feels seen and supported

"District 5 Families Deserve a Board Member Who Shows Up. Every Time."

Community Engagement & Accountability

  • ★Host regular town halls open to all District 5 families
  • ★Create a transparent reporting system for school board decisions
  • ★Build bridges between schools, parents, and local organizations
  • ★Ensure every neighborhood school is safe and well-resourced
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