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In Dr. Marilyn Johnson-Farr District 7 voters have the opportunity to elect an outstanding board member for the Lincoln Board of Education. To serve Lincoln Public Schools well, board members must be committed to improving the lives of all children.
Dr. Johnson-Farr is a visionary educator, student advocate and community activist who is dedicated to fostering compassion, care and competency for all students. No other candidate can offer the experience, qualifications and passion that she does.
With an extensive background in educational experiences including serving as a teacher’s aide before becoming an elementary teacher and districtwide leader of professional development, Dr. Johnson-Farr has also served as a consultant for the Nebraska Department of Education and Lincoln Public Schools. She received the Dwight E.
Porter Professor of Education Award at Doane University and was named a Lincoln High School Distinguished Alumni for her exemplary contributions. People are also reading..
. Dr. Johnson-Farr is a lifelong educator and leader who recognizes and celebrates the dedicated work of teachers and is committed to finding new ways to help educators meet the challenges of working with varied student needs and the changing landscape of the community.
She believes decision-making must be shared with teachers and principals, parents and other community members. Dr. Johnson-Farr knows schools thrive when they listen to a wider audience.
The Lincoln Board of Education is pledged to providing the highest quality education for all Lincoln Public Schools students. The board sees the primary mission of the schools to be the development of responsible adults: A) who are productive citizens of a pluralistic community, nation and world; B) who are prepared to learn throughout their lives; and C) who are appreciative of the arts, history and culture. Dr.
Marilyn Johnson-Farr is the candidate who has the qualifications and experience to make these happen. Becky Breed, Lincoln Catch the latest in Opinion Get opinion pieces, letters and editorials sent directly to your inbox weekly!.
