I hope you find my academic qualification acceptable to be your Representative:

University of Southern Maine
Gorham, Maine
Masters Degree:
Graduated: December, 2002
39 GPA Hours
Major: Adult Education
Minor: Workforce Development
GPA: 3.92 out of 4.00

University of Southern Maine Seal

University of Southern Maine
Gorham, ME
Bachelors Degree:
Graduated: May, 1997
Cum Laude
44.50 GPA Hours
Major: Applied Technical Education
GPA: 3.10 out of 4.00

University of Maine at Machias Seal

University of Maine at Machias
Machias, ME
Associates Degree:
Graduated: May, 1989
Magna Cum Laude
93 GPA Hours
Major: Business Information Systems
GPA: 3.58 out of 4.00
Honors: Deans List

Thornton Academy

Thornton Academy High School
Saco, Maine
Major: College Preparatory Courses
Graduated: June, 1972


I oppose the proposed cuts to Maine Career and Technical Education (CTE) Schools.  As a legislator, I would encourage introducing hands-on opportunities for children to learn science and technology as far back as Elementary School.

All high schools should return to having facilities and a curriculum available to teach technology.  If they choose to, a high school graduate should be proficient in the basic maintenance of vehicles, homes, and computers making them more hirable and self-sufficient.