Priorities

Janie commits to a clear 21st century learning vision: Preparing students to become globally competitive in an increasingly interconnected world is her top priority.

  • Believes that 21st century skills must be built on the foundation of core academic subject matter expertise among all students; will continue to champion student achievement
  • Prepared to challenge the Superintendent to deliver concrete results from the implementation of education technology: Plans to increase efficiencies in the “business” side of education.   An example is the implementation of an efficient enterprise resource planning system in partnership with the Board of Supervisors
  • Envisions use of cost savings to create state-of-the-art, interdisciplinary, inter-connected classrooms even in times of scarce resources

Janie values economic stability in Fairfax: Our schools are the “crown jewel of Virginia.  Janie’s focus on student achievement and her leadership in building our schools’ reputation directly affects our economy.

  • Businesses move to Fairfax to take advantage of the FCPS school system
  • Jobs are attractive for employees because they are assured of a quality education system
  • Schools positively affect our real estate values

Janie promises to continue to deliver in Dranesville: Her specific ideas on continuous improvement are grounded in 18 years of educational experience with a clear vision for the future.

  • Reduce class-size in Dranesville; continue customized education via flexible learning plans
  • Retain and attract talented teachers to maintain our world-class classroom instruction
  • Challenge long-standing assumptions such as seat time to ensure competency is rewarded
  • Instill STEM (Science Technology Math and Engineering) in Dranesville
  • Improve holistic, well-rounded education via firm commitment to  music, the arts, and athletics
  • Prepare students for a multi-cultural global future by investing in foreign languages
  • Deliver critical thinking, communication, and collaboration and information technology skills
  • Reduce the emphasis on burdensome tests  by informing state and federal legislation
  • Advocate to vote for the bond referendum to enable capital improvements
  • Commit to viable, thought-through, and responsive changes in our discipline policy
  • Encourage wellness initiatives on nutrition, exercise, and sleep
  • Maintain transparency, accountability and two-way communication with stakeholders