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Hendrix

Jonathan Hendrix

Pronouns: Mr.

Director District 2

Video Statement

Statement of Interest

Jonathan Hendrix

Candidates were asked to submit a letter of interest describing why they wish to serve and should be selected for appointment.

I’m the father of two Seattle Public Schools students one a senior at Ballard HS the other a graduate and Lance Corporal in the USMC. My mom taught 2nd and 3rd grades for more than 35 years. My community service includes Scout Assistant Scoutmaster for Magnolia Troop 80. I have a BA from Whitman College and an MBA from Baldwin-Wallace University.

Public education is pivotal to prepare future generations to be responsible, caring and capable adults. The social environment in which public education is delivered has unique challenges. We as parents, community members and businesses have an opportunity to hold ourselves accountable to ensure education equips students with the means to be competitive in future careers or higher education.

Resume / Summary of Related Experience

Tell us about your experience, including any Board or other leadership experience.

I’m a retired healthcare executive.

Application questions

What is your connection to the Director District 2 or 4 community, schools, families, and students? How do you foresee growing or expanding on those connections and relationships in your role as a School Board Director?

Parent.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibilities of a School Board Director and the Seattle School Board? How do you foresee working with your fellow Directors, the Superintendent, staff, and the public?

Leadership in collaboration with stakeholders

Describe the areas of strength you bring to collaboration and building positive working relationships with fellow Board directors.

Collaboration, servant leadership and conflict resolution

Please give an example of how you have addressed conflict and overcame it to build alignment as a member of a group decision-making body.

Seek win win agreement and beneficial compromise

School Board Policy No, 0030, Ensuring Educational and Racial Equity, includes the following commitment:

The Seattle School Board is committed to the success of every student in each of our schools and to achieving our mission of ensuring that all students graduate ready for college, career and life. We believe that the responsibility for student success is broadly shared by District Staff, administrators, instructors, communities and families. We are focused on closing the opportunity gap and creating learning communities that provide support and academic enrichment programs for all students. Additionally, we believe that it is the right of every student to have an equitable educational experience within the Seattle Public School District.

What does this statement mean to you?

Every student matters

The Seattle School Board has set three goals for student outcomes with accompanying metrics that serve as broader indicators of the school system’s performance. Provide your insights into how setting goals and monitoring progress influences student success.

Creates viable opportunities for learning

Please share your knowledge and/or thoughts on an ongoing educational issue that is a high priority for you. How do you see the Board’s role in this issue?

STEM and civic education