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VOTE FOR KATHERINE LUPTON
I am a parent, educator, and life-long Oregonian running for Lake Oswego School Board to ensure that Lake Oswego preserves and expands its reputation as a national leader among school districts. I am so grateful that my children are able to attend Lake Oswego’s outstanding K-12 education system, and my first priority on the School Board will be maintaining our district's successes, despite the projected budget shortfall. ​​
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I am a champion for rigorous academic offerings throughout the district, quality curriculum design, parent and student input, and inclusion and special education efforts.
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I humbly ask for your vote to lead the Lake Oswego School District into the future, while maintaining the qualities that make our district the #1 school district in Oregon.
Endorsements:
Ali Afghan -
Lake Oswego City Councilor
Massene Mboup -
Lake Oswego City Councilor
Theresa M. Kohlhoff -
Former Lake Oswego City Councilor
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Education:
Masters of Science in Education Policy and Leadership -
Johns Hopkins University
Masters of Arts in Spanish - Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts, Music (Major), Chemistry (Minor) -
University of Oregon
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Volunteer:
Neighborhood Leader - Clackamas County Democrats
Co-Founder - Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation (SCAF) of Oregon
Precinct Committee Person (PCP) - Clackamas County
Volunteer - Media Outreach - Lake Oswego Schools Levy Campaign
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Meet Katherine
Hello! I'm Katherine Lupton, and I am running for Lake Oswego School Board Position 4. Thanks for stopping by!
I am a parent (of three), a second-generation Oregon educator, and a fierce advocate for public school education in Oregon.
I am the proud product of an Oregon public school education, which is why I prioritize and champion rigorous academic offerings throughout the district, quality curriculum design, parent and student input, and inclusion and special education efforts. Nothing is more important to me than education and providing opportunities for all of our students to succeed.
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I am a Spanish teacher by trade, and I am also the proud author of a popular Spanish novel for mid-level Spanish students. I love to teach! I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Oregon, a Masters in Spanish from PSU, and a Masters in Science in Education Policy and Leadership from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore.
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While living in Baltimore, I taught in the Baltimore City Public Schools and participated with my students in the "Advocacy Project"--a program that partners students with diverse urban neighborhood groups. I was named one of three finalists for the national Sue Lehmann Teaching Award. I was also a semi-finalist for the Kennedy Leadership Award for Teaching Excellence. I currently serve as a Spanish Language Examiner for the International Baccalaureate Organization.
As a student of Education policy, I learned that the most effective policy is policy that is responsive to community needs. Policy is a living instrument that must be responsive, transparent, flexible, and accountable. This applies especially to school district policy.
As a School Board member, I will listen to you. I will attend all meetings. And I will prepare by thoroughly studying the preparatory materials and by investigating the issues. With your help, I will work to protect and advance our outstanding school district.
May 20th
Election Day