Bakersfield City School District — Trustee Area 2
Mike Harvey for BCSD
I'm a Bakersfield native, small-business owner and father of three, running to put academics, parents and accountability back at the center of our schools.
Back to the Basics for Bakersfield Students.
Priorities
Mike's Agenda for Our Schools
Five commitments I'll bring to every vote on the board.
Academic Excellence
I believe reading, writing, mathematics, science, history and critical thinking must remain at the center of public education. The district should establish clear academic goals, report its progress in understandable terms and take corrective action when students fall behind.
Classrooms Focused on Education
Students should be taught how to think, not what to think. Instruction should be academically grounded, age-appropriate and free from political advocacy. Parents should also have reasonable access to curriculum information and a clear process for raising concerns.
Parents as Partners
Parents are essential partners in their children's education. They deserve timely information, meaningful input and a voice in decisions affecting their children. I support parental rights, charter schools and quality educational options that help families find the best environment for each student.
Student Athletics and Extracurricular Opportunities
I believe girls' athletics should remain fair, safe and competitive while every student is treated with dignity. I also recognize that athletics, arts and other extracurricular activities can provide students with confidence, discipline, friendship and belonging.
Responsible Stewardship
The public should be able to understand how district funds are being spent and whether funded programs are producing results. I will bring a business owner's approach to budgets, contracts and vendors. I will ask difficult questions, insist on transparency and work to ensure that resources reach students and classrooms.
Support
Endorsed by
“Listen carefully, keep learning, ask tough questions, and judge every decision by whether it helps students learn, supports teachers and respects families.”