Heather Folks-Lambert

Location

District 144, Quincy, WA

Running For

School Board

Affiliation

Independent

Equitable Education. Strong Leadership. Folks For Every Kid.

Issues

Early childhood education

Up to third grade, kids are learning to read. After 3rd grade, they’re reading to learn. It’s critical that we take full advantage of that time because it’s truly the start of their life of learning. The Transition to Kindergarten program launched in the district is reaching kids furthest from access to early education. In some districts, there’s some competition between TTK and Head Start. In Quincy, I think it’s really important that we pull every lever available to us to ensure that every kid has access to early education, so we’ve chosen to leverage TTK, Head Start and collaboration with the private preschools in town to get as many kids as possible prepared for Kindergarten.

Parent Advocacy

Finding information should be easy. Parents want to know what's happening in their student's classrooms and where to find information on curriculum and student performance. Communication should be clear, pathways should be consistent, and information should be thorough and readily available.

High performing schools

• Data can drive better education outcomes! I’m a data driven leader, both in my day job and in my work as a board director. I asked for the district staff to build out some dashboards so we can evaluate student performance in aggregate and also so the teaching staff can dig into that information and see where students are struggling: then we can deploy resources to help. That data is also where we can see not only how the students are doing, but also if they’re moving in the right direction. That’s how I can tell that our students are making a lot of progress. There’s still work to be done, but it’s really moving in the right direction. And this process will continue to get better and better

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Candidate info

About me

Heather Folks-Lambert is a dedicated and experienced candidate running for School Board. As a mother of two children in the Quincy School District, she understands the importance of rigorous and disciplined classrooms that all parents desire. Heather is committed to being the voice of parents and advocating for their kids, especially in closing the education gaps resulting from the pandemic. With her past experience on the Quincy Chamber of Commerce Board and American Herbal Products Association Board of Trustees, as well as her background as a Quality Assurance Manager, Heather brings a unique perspective and skillset to the table. She values education and will prioritize fiscal responsibility, ensuring principled and effective parent representation. Heather also cares deeply about early childhood education and is also actively involved in volunteering for programs like 4H, Quincy Summer Swim League, and Second Harvest. She believes in the importance of early education and aims to leverage resources like the Transition to Kindergarten program, Head Start, and collaboration with private preschools to ensure every child has access to quality education. With Heather's dedication, advocacy, and commitment to fostering a thriving educational environment, she will be an invaluable asset to the School Board and the community.

Why I'm Running

As a dedicated advocate for parents and a mother of two children in the Quincy School District, I am running for School Board to be the voice of parents and advocate for our kids. I understand the importance of rigorous and disciplined classrooms that all parents desire, and I am committed to closing the education gaps resulting from the pandemic. With my past experience on the local Chamber of Commerce Board and National Trade Group Board, combined with my background as a Quality Assurance Manager, I bring a unique skill set to this role. I value education and will prioritize fiscal responsibility, ensuring principled and effective parent representation. Additionally, I am passionate about early childhood education and believe it is critical to lay a strong foundation for our children's future. By leveraging programs such as the Transition to Kindergarten and collaborating with private preschools, we can ensure that every child in Quincy has access to early education. With your support, I will foster a thriving educational environment and continue to serve as a dedicated advocate for the needs of our children.

Current Occupation

Quality Assurance Manager

Past Experience

As a mother of 2 children in the Quincy School District (QSD), I understand the importance of rigorous and disciplined classrooms that all parents desire. I am dedicated to being the voice of parents and advocating for our kids. Together, we can close the education gaps resulting from the pandemic. I am committed to providing principled and effective parent representation, ensuring thoughtful and professional leadership. I value education and will prioritize fiscal responsibility. Throughout my tenure, I have developed a deep respect and appreciation for all levels of district staff. With your support, I will continue to serve as a dedicated advocate, representing the needs of our children and fostering a thriving educational environment. Past experience on local Chamber of Commerce Board, National Trade Group Board. Bachelor of Science in Animal Science Master's Degree Candidate Quality Manager Volunteer for 4H, Summer Swim League, Food Bank

Fun Fact

I travel locally and internationally as often as I can, especially with my kids because I believe it's important to understand where Quincy fits in a global context.