John Pippin

Former educator now working in the private sector

Growing up in Owensboro and graduating from Daviess County High School, I have a deep-rooted connection to our community and a strong commitment to our schools. After high school, I was fortunate to earn a full-ride scholarship to the University of Louisville as part of the McConnell Scholars program, graduating with a degree in Political Science. As a Social Studies teacher and later the College and Career Readiness Counselor at Daviess County High School, I had the privilege of guiding students toward their goals. One of my proudest achievements was leading the expansion of our dual credit program, which saw a 400% increase in student enrollment and helped DCPS students save millions in college tuition. This experience underscores my belief in innovative solutions that provide real benefits to our students and their families. Now, with experience in the private sector, I bring a well-rounded perspective on the challenges and opportunities our community faces. This unique blend of experiences, both within education and beyond, equips me to be a strong advocate for students, families, teachers, and staff. My vision for our school district is centered around innovation, student success, and community engagement. As we move deeper into the 21st century, our education system must evolve to meet the needs of today's world. While honoring the strengths of our past, it's essential we embrace innovative approaches to prepare our students for the future. The person who currently represents the district I'm running in started in education nearly two decades before I was born. While I'm grateful for the dedication they've displayed, it's time to bring a new generation of leadership that can embrace the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century to prepare students for the jobs of tomorrow. Nearly 25 years into the 21st century, our schools haven't changed much from 25 years before it started. Avoiding innovation in favor of an outdated status quo robs our students of the skills they need to thrive in the modern workforce and meet the needs of our community. Will you join me in making sure our students are future ready?

Education On grade level reading On grade level math College/Career Readiness Early Childhood Education Exposure to skilled trade career opportunities. Education Future-Ready Curriculum Technology Integration STEM Programs Project-Based Learning Expansion of dual credit opportunities for high school students. Wages / Job Benefits Competitive salaries. Education Access to quality education for all students regardless of their background, race, or socio-economic status. Support special education learners and programming Support English language learners and refugee population. Taxes / Budget Budget transparency Efficient use of tax payer funding/resources Avoidance of tax increases Due dilligence on construction expenditures and real estate purchases Common sense approach to fiscal management. Innovation I am committed to finding ways to move our education system into the future and prepare our students to meet the needs of the future workforce. Dual and concurrent enrollment programs are great ways to move away from the outdated status quo and help our students become more prepared for their lives after graduation. Caring for Educators I believe we should be investigating ways to continue supporting our educators in order to try and retain the best teachers for our students. I believe we should find ways to provide paid family leave for our teachers. We continue to see good people leaving the profession and we all face the ramifications of bright teachers leaving the classroom. Communication I believe our schools must prioritize open communication with parents, guardians, and stakeholders. We must work together in collaboration to make sure our students are learning, being cared for, and growing into well rounded people who can thrive in the modern world, meeting the needs and facing the challenges of the future.