Salem-Keizer School District 24J Director, Zone 6

David Philbrick

OCCUPATION:

Retired

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Program Leader, Oregon State University Extension Service

2001-2004 Family and Community Development

1983-2001 Energy Programs

Oregon Department of Energy

1978-1983 Renewable Resources Division Head

1976-1978 Environmental Specialist

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

University of California at Berkeley, PhD, Biophysics

Brown University, BA

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE:

Current Member –

Keizer Parks and Recreation Citizen’s Advisory Committee

Oregon PUC Portfolio Options Advisory Committee

Past Member –

Gubser LSAC

Title IX – Affirmative Action and Equal Education Opportunity advisory committee for the school district

I am totally committed to making the Salem Keizer School District the best it can be. I will work to bring together our students, staff, board, and community to focus on helping all students advance and obtain the knowledge and skills needed for success in college, work, and life. I will listen to the community and work to address issues that arise.

q I have strong ties to the Salem Keizer School District and community:

n lived in Keizer for over 30 years,

n two sons, now college graduates, attended Salem Keizer schools,

n served, in the past, as a scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts,

n volunteered in a McNary math class for the past 2 years, and

n my wife and brother currently teach in the district.

q I have the experience and skills to be effective:

n 21 years leading community education programs that addressed such topics as indoor air quality, health and nutrition, energy efficiency, and community leadership.

n 5 months as interim co-director starting the Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership, a program to strengthen Oregon’s small businesses through services closely tied to vocational programs in Oregon’s community colleges.

I am highly honest, will speak out when I have something important to contribute, listen well, and possess the courage and integrity to change when warranted by additional information.

I am committed to improving educational opportunities for students in the Salem Keizer School District. I would be effective as a board member and am asking for your vote.

(This information furnished by David Philbrick and is printed exactly as submitted.)

The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county.