OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Tax Preparer; Church Council Member, Labish Center Church; Auditor for church books

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Oregon State University, Bachelor of Science Degree In Business Administration, Minor in Computer Science

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Board of Ratio Review, Marion County; Budget Committee, Marion County ESD; Eldriedge Elementary School Board, eight years, Chairperson four years; Gervais School District Board, eight years, Chairperson three years.

My husband and I have three children who have graduated from Gervais High School. Our youngest is currently an exchange student who will attend Gervais in the 2001-2002 school year. We share in all parents’ concern for a quality education for our children.

As a member of the Gervais school board I will work with commitment and dedication to insure all of our students receive a quality education. I believe that continued community involvement in the education of our children is vital. I will listen carefully to the concerns of the entire community.

As community member’s we must all be involved. Together we will be able to keep what is good about our schools; build on the strengths and improve any weaknesses.

(This information furnished by Velan E. Chapin