From group texts and social media to YouTube algorithms and AI tools, students are handed powerful technology every single day. Having a screen in your pocket gives you access to the world—but it also comes with real challenges that can be tough to navigate. Preparing our students for the future means teaching them how to be smart, kind, and thoughtful digital citizens.

My campaign didn’t start in a political committee room—it started at my kitchen table as a WPS dad, a former teacher, and a neighbor.

Our schools must remain welcoming sanctuaries where children learn without anxiety, backed by practical security that actually works. That is why effective school safety in Waynesboro must be grounded in real-world protection.

Moving Waynesboro Public Schools forward means electing leadership that understands instructional design, values the dignity of skilled labor, and is ready on Day 1 to build bridges between our classrooms and the Shenandoah Valley workforce.

When my wife Amy and I—both career educators—spent over a year fighting to get our son the reading support he needed, it changed how I viewed our public school system forever. Proactive leadership: The big takeaway Moving Waynesboro Public Schools forward requires proactive leadership—leaders who do the homework, educate themselves, and understand our instructional and support systems before challenges turn into crises. If two experienced educators found navigating the evalua

Over the last two decades, our understanding of emergency recovery has deepened. Moving our community forward through Waynesboro school recovery requires two equal, unwavering commitments: uncompromising physical protection and proactive mental health support for our students, teachers, and staff. One cannot succeed without the other. We must secure our schools and streamline our emergency communications—and we must ensure our classrooms remain places of joy, stability, and f

One big thing: Reading isn't a one-size-fits-all skill. Real reading is about unlocking a world of ideas whether a student reads with their eyes, their ears, or their fingers. Why it matters: Too often, we worry if a child is not staring at dense pages of a traditional book. But to ensure accessible learning in Waynesboro schools, we must clear away obstacles so every child can learn. 🚪 The Many Doorways to Reading The spark: A local librarian recently posted about how graph

Our community deserves a school system that actively prepares students for what comes next. By focusing on future-ready skills Waynesboro students can graduate fully equipped to step directly into high-demand careers or higher education right here in Virginia. True preparation goes beyond standard testing; it means giving our kids the critical thinking and problem-solving tools they need to build successful lives. We all want our children to do well in reading and math. Those

Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week. For me, this is personal. From my grandmother’s piano lessons to my wife’s elementary classroom, education is my family's legacy. Here is my thank you to the teachers who build our Waynesboro community every day.

The standard of excellence in our schools shouldn't be limited by an arbitrary cap. It’s time to bridge the $2.1 million revenue gap and invest in the $0.87 tax rate recommended by city staff.

Our schools are the engine of Waynesboro’s success. To build a bridge to the future, we must strengthen the connection between our classrooms, our families, and our city’s vitality.