It has been the joy of my life to work closely with so many children in Freeport and Pownal through the years, creating opportunities for them to grow and thrive. I built strong community programs that address child poverty, hunger, and violence. I developed several regional youth programs promoting service and creativity, and served as a volunteer, substitute teacher, troop leader, and coach at every level in our school district. In the Legislature, I will be a voice for all kids, advocating for quality education and funding for critical services.