Trisha Porter Hutchison Introduction

[ElitoDJ]

The positions listed are leadership roles. They are diverse and exemplify rare ability. To be involved at this level, demonstrates that this educator is working toward improving the quality of education our children receive. She is performing duties that require exceptional skills and dedication.

 

[Lane Rees]

Sure they involve some aspects of leadership but appear to be primarily at Maude Saunders, ie, at one elementary school and not even of the level of Principal or a true visionary and accountable position.

 

[ElitoDJ]

University of West Florida, very accountable.
Everyone has to work at one school unless it is a position such as speech, reading coach etc.
Only a very few people can be principals.
Requiremnets for superintendent do not include ever being a principal. The only qualification is a HS diploma, unless it has change to a college level diploma.
What do you mean by true visionary and accountable?
There is only one other candidate. If you do not think this person is qualified start a thread for the other candidate.

 

[Lane Rees]

I am referring to being in the lead role .. not merely on a committee .. where the leader is providing the vision and also accountable for their actions. While you are correct on state statutes for qualifications, for the children and the future, we would want the best qualified person to be chosen and doubt if a person would be elected only having a high school education for this significant position. This is the appropriate thread as we are writing about this candidate -- based on what has been written -- not someone else.

 

[Andy A]

I was simply expressing my feelings. I am not involved in a campaign at this time. If you need information, discuss your concerns with children, parents, teachers and administrators in our school system.
It is also refreshing to remember that, some of our best leaders in this country, were leading for the first time.

So far you have told me absolutely nothing as to why I should vote for this individual rather than the present superintendent, who according to all reports I have read has done a creditable job.

 

[Romeosmydog]

How did I miss this thread?

Trisha! Please keep sending us information on your campaign. I am willing to listen and learn more about anyone who is running for office, especially if it directly impacts my baby boy. Could you respond with your platform, ideas, etc?

 

[trish hutchison]

Thanks for the post, Romeosmydog!

I would like to make sure that the person who holds the office of Superintendent is available to all concerned citizens, no matter who they may be. Anyone who takes the time to call deserves for it to be returned and be listened to.

I would also like to look at how we are spending our money. Our tax money should be spent to educate our children, period.

Fewer and fewer of our high school graduates are enrolling and completing college. This is something that requires attention. We need to be researching other counties that have a student to college ratio that is increasing to find out what the problem(s) may be. And take action to correct it.

I believe our school district should be a team working together. This includes all employees of the school district.

I hope this helps.

If you have any more questions, I'm always available.

 

[Seeker1]

comments / questions

I read all the posts and responses supplied by you. You are as clearly spoken as your father. You represent your family well and they must be thrilled about your running. I appreciate the comment you made about a person deseving a return call. As a Superintendant I realize there would be times it might be impossible to return a call. Late is better than never as is the current practice based upon my families experiences.
I have a few questions of you dont mind.

There was a recent story about adding A/C to the busses to make it more bearable for the kids. Last year and the year before the routes were extended and some busses have kids on them over an hour and more.
Do you plan on completing that and if so, when can we expect the project to start?

What is your opinion of the standard practice of teachers teaching outside their certification?

What is your opinion of School Resource Officers coaching during regular school hours?

What plans do you have on addressing student behavior and discipline in the highschool grades, including the lack of staff intervention?

Since it has been determined so long ago that soda has absolutely no health value, would you replace the machines or their contents with healthier products?

Thanks so much for your time. these issues are important and have been the topics of discussion several times.

We know your busy, and thank you again.

 

[trish hutchison]

Thank you for your kind words and encouragement!

In consideration of the students and the bus drivers I would like to continue purchasing buses with a/c. I think it would be important to check the cost to the district, though. It may be a conversion that would be a very slow process. This is a touchy issue because buses with a/c cost more and require someone trained to work on them. At a time when gas prices are crazy, taxpayers don't want to see their money spent on frivolous things. When I grew up we didn't have a/c. We were accustomed to the heat, but in the afternoons after everyone had gotten hot sometimes the smell and heat combined were enough to make you sick. A lot of us didn't have a/c in our homes either, but we wouldn't trade it now for anything.

Teachers teaching out of their field should be kept to a minimum. The county should hire teachers in field at all possible times. If a someone must be hired out of their field steps should be taken to get the certification for that person.

I was not aware of an SRO coaching when you posted, but have asked around and found that one was helping to coach. I don't have a problem with someone volunteering their time, especially someone like an SRO that needs to be close to the children. But it would have to be on a voluntary basis, and out of uniform. If they bill the SO for the time, they should be in uniform and acting in the capacity of SRO. I think the person to which you're referring knows this now, though.

As for discipline, that is something the principals will have to ensure. As Superintendent it will be my job to make sure they understand that. If you're consistant and fair with discipline, children will respond in a positive way.

If there are still "soda machines" accessible to students (which there must be for you to ask), they should be removed. I taught briefly at FHS several years ago, and the soda machines had been replaced. My son also tells me that they have been replaced at WHS.

I apologize for taking so long to post a reply. Thank you for your interest and questions.

 

[Jdarg]

Thanks for the post, Romeosmydog!

I would like to make sure that the person who holds the office of Superintendent is available to all concerned citizens, no matter who they may be. Anyone who takes the time to call deserves for it to be returned and be listened to.

I would also like to look at how we are spending our money. Our tax money should be spent to educate our children, period.

Fewer and fewer of our high school graduates are enrolling and completing college. This is something that requires attention. We need to be researching other counties that have a student to college ratio that is increasing to find out what the problem(s) may be. And take action to correct it.

I believe our school district should be a team working together. This includes all employees of the school district.

I hope this helps.

If you have any more questions, I'm always available.

Where can we see data that supports this statement? Please provide stats or a report to back up your statement. Thank you.