Julie C. Lucas*
Office Sought: School Board Neabsco
Age: 36
Residence: Dale City.
Education: BA, political science, University of Texas at San Antonio; teaching certificates in government and economics.
Occupation: President and owner, Lucas Financial Group; school board member, Prince William County Public Schools.
Web site:http://www.votejulielucas.com
E-mail address: julie@votejulielucas.com
Offices and positions held: Member, Prince William School Board, 2002-present;
board of directors and fundraising chairman, Boys and Girls Club; member, Occoquan District Committee Boys Scouts of America, Dale City Civics Association, American Business Women's Association, First Baptist Church of Woodbridge; member and former secretary, Woodbridge Kiwanis Club; former appointee, Career and Technical Education Advisory Board.
Why should voters elect you?
I am a strong advocate for public education, will always put the needs of our children first and will ensure equity at all schools.
What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
We have worked hard to overcome many challenges in the Neabsco district over the past four years, such as ensuring all of our schools are fully accredited and passing the [standard of learning] examinations. We have increased the percentage of accredited schools from 33 to 100. We have implemented full-day kindergarten at all of our elementary schools. Over the next four years, we must work hard to ensure equity in all of our schools, reduce overcrowding, ensure our students are reading at or above grade level by the third grade and challenge our students to reach their fullest potential.
What is your plan to address the traffic problems in Virginia?
My focus as a School Board Member will be on providing the best education possible for all of our children.
Do you think current policies governing growth & development in your area are too restrictive, not restrictive enough or just right?
not restrictive enough
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