What Has Julie Done For US

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Here’s a clear, concise list of the major actions and improvements Julie has spearheaded to protect our students, respect taxpayer dollars, and bring accountability to our school district:

  • Required Board Approval for Third Parties: Ensured that organizations like the YWCA must be board-approved before presenting lessons to students.

  • Improved Legal Representation: Moved to find a better solicitor, saving taxpayer money and helping to prevent future lawsuits.

  • Removed Troubled Legal Team: Acted early to remove the previous solicitor group—before one of their lawyers was charged with child pornography.

  • Challenged “Global Citizen” Labeling: Questioned the use of this term when it does not reflect the values or priorities of our local community.

  • Uncovered Wasteful Spending: Researched and exposed the high costs associated with programs like Profile of a Graduate and Thought Exchange.

  • Pushed for Financial Transparency: Demanded clarity in school finances, including transparency in sports accounts.

  • Opposed Unnecessary Tax Increases: Led the effort to stop a tax hike for the first time in years, citing budget errors, excess revenues, and rising property values.

  • Advocated for Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Took steps to implement pre-employment drug testing for school employees—something that was never previously done.

  • Called Out Investment Mismanagement: Highlighted questionable investment practices and the district’s failure to earn interest on accounts.

  • Formed Disenrollment Committee: Initiated a committee to examine why students are leaving the district and find solutions to retain them.

  • Led Policy Committee for Legal Compliance: Worked to ensure district policies comply with state law and best practices through a new Policy Committee.

  • Demanded Transparency in Planning: Opposed key district committees that operate behind closed doors without community input.

  • Fought for Curriculum Access: Advocated for the full curriculum to be made available online for public and parental review.

  • Protected Student Privacy: Proposed a policy requiring written parental consent, as mandated by law, before students are given invasive surveys.

  • Promoted Educational Field Trips: Encouraged the return of meaningful field trips instead of wasteful or unnecessary spending.

  • Created a Culture of Accountability: Brought attention to issues often ignored, helping to build a culture of openness and responsibility.

Julie’s actions reflect a strong commitment to students, parents, and taxpayers. Through persistence and focus, she continues to bring needed reform, accountability, and transparency to our district.