What does Swiss cheese have to do with the school board?

What’s on your summer reading list?

My public comment since I was out of state.

Comments after review of the released proposed budget.

Tonight is the budget workshop and I'll be listening in after my sixth grader's year-end concert at Ellis <3

I am so excited for our Sumner County almost-graduates! Graduating high school is one of the most profound new beginnings. At a recent event, I asked some individuals in the music industry if they had any advice for any graduate interested in becoming a creator.

It’s time to listen.

Next Stop… the General Election on August 6th!

Based on average daily attendance, TN ranked dead last in per pupil spending in 2026 (all 50 states plus D.C.).

Is reading at risk?

Does it have to be so expensive? I’m learning in real time!

Like Cornelius, except instead of Corn…. Fern.

Now onto how money was spent in the 2024-25 school year.

Chart time! Our school's fiscal year end is June 30th of each year, and the state released its audit within the past couple of weeks.

My first hand made campaign sign!

Tennessee Educator Survey (2025) for Robert E. Ellis Middle and Hendersonville High.

We chose to move to Hendersonville in 2018 before enrolling our eldest at Nannie Berry. An old coworker of mine once raved about Hendersonville High School, sharing that his son actually chose to transfer there from Merrol Hyde Magnet School. As a parent, that testament meant more than any school rating could reflect.

A strong public school system attracts populations and businesses that can help advance educational opportunities to all students.

Important lesson I learned in my first managerial role