Citizens for Carlisle Schools
PUTTING STUDENTS FIRST
Our Candidates
-Putting Students First
-Respecting Parents and Teachers
-Uniting Our Community
-Responsibly Managing District Finances
SUE BOWER
Mom | special education champion | community & school volunteer
ABOUT SUE:
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resident of North Middleton Township
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retired military spouse; proud mom of two CASD students Chair
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CASD School Board Engagement Committee
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parent advisor, PA Early Hearing Detection & Intervention
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career in retail and small business management
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school volunteer and advocate for families with special needs
SUE'S PRIORITIES:
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Keep politics out of our classrooms; advocate for transparency, accountability and local control of our schools.
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Put students first and help foster parent-teacher partnerships.
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Improve student academic achievement levels across the district.
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Create sustainable and supportive learning environments for all students. Responsibly invest tax dollars in critical student needs, academic programs, and school facilities.
"Every student has unique abilities and perspectives. I believe with the right resources and a nurturing environment, all students can thrive and reach their full academic potential."
STEPHEN BROUSSE
Dad | civil engineer | youth sports coach
ABOUT STEPHEN:
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Carlisle High School Graduate
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husband; dad to daughters Remy and Andie
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civil engineer with PA Turnpike Commission
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active in youth sports and athletics as a volunteer coach
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President, Carlisle Swim Club
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Owner, Brousse Woodworks
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Mooreland Elementary PTO volunteer
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parent representative, CASD K-8 Community Advisory Committee
STEPHEN'S PRIORITIES:
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Support students through career development and extracurriculars.
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Encourage parental involvement in our schools and support great teachers.
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Advance grade-appropriate science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) education, especially for young women.
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Make smart decisions on school facilities and budgeting.
"I want to use my skills and experience as an engineer, along with my perspective as a father of two young daughters, to help our district build a brighter future for our kids."
ANNE LAURITZEN
Mom | Army veteran & military retiree spouse | career development advocate
ABOUT ANNE:
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resident of Dickinson Township
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proud mom of two Carlisle High School graduates
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Vice President, Carlisle Area School Board; Chair, Education Committee
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Board representative, CASD K-8 Community Advisory Committee
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Director, Partnership for Career Development
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4 years active duty military service; military retiree spouse
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school volunteer
ANNE'S PRIORITIES:
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Emphasize career awareness so every student graduates with the skills and a post-secondary plan that’s right for them.
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Guide the on-going K-8 transformation, ensuring community stakeholders continue to have a voice.
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Responsible budgeting of taxpayer dollars.
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Continue to hold the administration accountable for improving student performance and graduation rates across the district.
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Model and promote civility; demonstrate respect for teachers, students and parents.
"I believe in always putting students first by focusing on academic achievement, career success, and responsible use of our tax dollars."
ABOUT AMANDA:
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resident of Carlisle
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mom to two CASD students
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Bellaire Elementary PTO member
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Preschool Commission Member, St. John’s Episcopal Church
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community and school volunteer
AMANDA'S PRIORITES:
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Work together as parents and teachers, committing to the best outcomes for our students.
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Prioritize spending to make sure our classrooms are funded appropriately while being mindful of taxpayers and families.
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Support our teachers and value the impact they have on our students.
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Make responsible decisions to build trust between the school board and our community.
As a parent, I care deeply about the quality of my children's education. I want to help our district continue to provide the best education possible for our kids."
AMANDA RUDY
Mom | taxpayer | PTO member & school volunteer
I PLEDGE TO VOTE FOR ALL FOUR!
Let us know you plan to vote for all four of our candidates in the May 20th election