 CIVILITYA proven record of consensus-building and working together to improve our community |  STABILITYStrategic focus on the long-term success of our schools |  CONTINUITYRespected leadership to continue our academic excellence, fiscal integrity, and public trust |  PUTTING STUDENTS FIRST |  SUPPORTING PARENTS & TEACHERS |
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 TRANSFORMING OUR COMMUNITY |
Re-elect James T. Golden for Manatee County School Board, District 5
Civility
Supported Manatee County School Board master board training by the Florida School Board Association
Expanded public comment during school board meetings
Promoted naming our newest high school "Parrish Community High School"
Stability
Defended the safe reopening of schools during the pre-vaccine pandemic
Represents the School Board on the Manatee Chamber of Commerce Board
Serves as the School Board representative on the Manatee Education Foundation Board
Continuity
Advocated for the adoption of a long-term improvement plan
Supported the millage extension that funds school improvement
Committed resources to elevate third grade reading levels
Provided funding to transform STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) into STEAM (STEM + Arts)
