Jayme P. Rawson
College Coordinator and Achievement Coach
East Career and Technical Academy
50-word statement
My name is Jayme Rawson, and I am running for reelection to continue to serve as Regional Director for Region II, because I have a passion to serve my region and help continue to foster a spirit of connection, collaboration and political advocacy throughout the entire breadth of Region II.
Ricki Gibbs
Principal
Warner Arts Magnet Elementary,
Metro Nashville Public Schools
50-word statement
As the proud leader of the only “arts magnet” elementary school in Nashville, I am passionate about spreading the word of how magnet schools change lives. I have personally witnessed that magnet schools can be the great equalizer for students no matter their race, gender or family socio-economic status.
Jillian Schultze
Coaching lead
Cedar Rapids Community School District,
Cedar Rapids, IA
50-word statement
I believe that the role of a Director is grounded in vision, strategy, and support. I am passionate about cultivating a culture of excellence built on purposeful relationships, focused on growth, empowerment, and collective efficacy. I would be honored to utilize my strengths and serve another term as Regional Director.
Effren Toledo
Principal
Thorp Scholastic Academy,
Chicago, Illinois
50-word statement
Choice in education is MSA’s vital mission. As a principal, I know that families make a choice to send their children to our schools. In serving, I hope to equip you with tools to ensure that learning opportunities at your schools are more innovative and relevant than the traditional alternatives.
Raise the level of performance consistent throughout school districts nationwide and creates a platform from which all magnet schools can flourish. Magnet Schools of America’s national certification process is designed to recognize the hard work of the best magnet schools in the nation and to help them as they grow.