QUESTION 1:  What do you believe is the core mission of the School Committee, and how would you fulfill that mission in today's challenging educational landscape? 

QUESTION 2:  In a community with diverse viewpoints on education, how will you balance representing all constituents while making decisions that best serve students' educational needs? (Please include a specific example of how you've worked across different viewpoints to achieve a goal.) Who are the constituents?

QUESTION 3:  With ongoing budget constraints, what specific metrics and values guide your prioritization decisions regarding programs like AP courses, foreign languages, arts, early childhood education, and sports?

QUESTION 4:  How do you view the School Committee's role in addressing cultural divisions within the community that impact our schools, and what specific approaches would you take to foster constructive dialogue?

QUESTION 5:  What is your stance on coordinating with other town departments regarding new housing/commercial development, and how would you advocate for school funding needs as the town grows?

QUESTION 6:  How will you ensure transparency and effective communication with the community, particularly around controversial issues that arise in our schools?

QUESTION 7:  What strategies would you pursue to maximize state and alternative funding sources for Sutton schools to reduce the burden on local taxpayers while maintaining educational quality?