From an All-American Athlete Who was Born and Raised in Long Beach, Attended Public Schools, and Became a Successful Business Leader and Educator… Dr. Batts will hurdle any adversity to Champion Excellence for ALL students.
Greetings Friends and Supporters!
I am officially announcing my candidacy for the Long Beach Unified School District Board of Education Seat, Area 1. I have been involved in the district as a parent and volunteer as follows:
- President, L.B. Poly High School PTA (2011 to 2015)
- VP Programs, Poly High School (2010-2011)
- Secretary, Advance Placement Collaborative (worked with Dr. Felton Williams to increase the number of students of color in AP and Honors courses)
- President, Beta Pi Sigma (Tau Chapter, Long Beach) (Current)
- President, Grad Night Committee, L.B. Poly High School (2012-2015)
- Baccalaureate Committee, L.B. Poly High School (2013-2015)
- Scholarship Committee L.B. Poly High School (2012-2015)
- 8th Grade Activities Chair, Hughes Middle School (2008-2009)
- Hospitality, Hughes Middle School (2008-2009)
- Volunteer, Poly High School Track & Field Team (2010 to 2013)
- Youth of Beta Pi Sigma Director (Tau Chapter & National, Long Beach) (2009-2011)
- National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) Member (Long Beach) (2020-Current
I want to ensure that the work of the district to promote equity and fairness continues for all students. The district’s recent adoption of an Equity policy is representative of my work and involvement in the district as PTA President and as a member of the Advanced Placement & Honors Committee. In keeping with that work, I plan to:
Keep schools open for in-person learning during COVID
Ensure the physical safety of all students
Champion sports, arts, music and afterschool programs
Protect academic programs to ensure they are robust and properly funded so that all students have opportunities including programs for students with disabilities or students in need of academic accommodations.
Continue to reduce fees for students taking Advanced Placement Exams
Expand on career education programs, mentorship, and internships for students who want to enter the workforce.
Advocate for academic programs that promote environmental stewardship
Expand on current programs and policies that address student and family homelessness.
Thank you for your support!
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