Dave's Goals and Objectives
* Return to proven successful reading, math and civics
* Promoting patriotism in schools
* 60 Minute elementary lunch and recess
* All students reading by 3rd grade
* Supporting and expanding educational options including charter, alternative, vocational, language immersion, Ignite and Middle College programs.
* Putting children, parents and teachers first
* Using legislative leadership and finance experience to advocate for Anchorage schools.
* Diversity of learning opportunities
* Developing academic, career, and vocational skills
* Partnership with local employers
* Closing the performance gap
* Properly prepare students for their next educational phase
* Safe and efficient student transportation
Objectives
* Accountability for results
* All students reading by Third Grade
* Return to proven, successful, traditional reading, math and civics.
* Safe, clean, and healthy schools
* Smallest class sizes that can be afforded
* Increased parent involvement
* Excellent School District communication and responsiveness with community
* Excellent communication and responsiveness with community
* Transparency
* Financial responsibility
* Hiring and retaining the best teachers
* Supporting teachers and their classroom needs
* Reduce bureaucracy & maximize efficient use of tax dollars
* Rewarding student and teacher excellence
* Innovative budget solutions