LAKE OSWEGO SCHOOL DISTRICT

Director, Position 5

Photo of Kirsten AirdKirsten Aird

Occupation: Senior Operations Manager, Oregon Health Authority- Public Health Division

Occupational Background: Oregon Health Authority (2003- present), American Lung Association of Oregon, Oregon Health Sciences University- Genetics Lab

Educational Background: Emory University. MPH-Health Policy, Linfield College, B.S., Sheldon (Eugene)

Prior Governmental Experience: Palisades Neighborhood Association Area Rep and Chair LOSD Elementary Facility Task Force
Other Volunteer Experience: Lake Oswego Schools Foundation; Chair, 2014 Oregon PEO State Convention; Board President, Chelsea Hicks Foundation
Lake Oswego schools have set the standard for public schools in Oregon for decades. I am running for the school board because I want to build on the tradition of strong academics that define our community and finish the job of reaching a 100% graduation rate.

As your board member I will:

  • Strengthen trust in the district and school board through communication and transparency
  • Create partnerships with local government for the benefit of all 
  • Secure a safe place in our schools for all students through diversity, equity, and inclusion principles
  • Provide budget and project discipline as bond and levy resources are deployed throughout the district

To prepare students for success in a changing global economy, we need to be inclusive and welcoming for all families, make programs like STEM accessible and ensure that teachers and schools are prepared to meet the needs of all students and learning styles. 

I am ready to be your voice and serve you through the triumphs and inevitable challenges that lie ahead. Only together can we build the world class school district that we all want for our children and community.

I am asking for your support, and I am committed to listening to all voices and representing the students and community we serve in Lake Oswego. 

Endorsements:
Andrea Salinas, State Representative
Robert Wagner, State Senator
John Lamotte, Jackie Manz, Daniel Nguyen, Lake Oswego City Councilors
Sara Pocklington, Director, Lake Oswego School Board
Joe Buck, Jan and Duke Castle, Massene Mboup
Additional endorsements and candidate information: 
kirstenairdforlakeoswego.com

(This information furnished by Kirsten Aird.)

The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Multnomah County.