School Board Member Ricardy Anderson on Why She’s Running for Reelection

I want to continue my work on the FCPS School Board because I understand the needs of the Mason District.  As a parent of two students in FCPS, I have a first-hand account of the issues facing our schools.

Since my time on the Board, I have led efforts to:

 * Initiate a review of why only Mason District middle schools include grade 6 – a review that had not occurred in over 30 years;
* Secure administrative needs-based staffing;
* Reduce overcrowding at Glen Forest Elementary School;
* Provide recess for middle school students to allow for a much-needed mental health break during their school day;
* Establish collective bargaining for FCPS employees;
* Fight for changes in the admissions process at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology, to open opportunities for all exceptional students regardless of zip code or income; and much more.

However, there is so much work left to do, especially since the pandemic forced a pivot to other matters.  But with your help, I hope to continue to:

* Fight for Equity: regardless of the current narrative in some circles – equity is not, nor should it be, a divisive term. It’s imperative for Mason District students that equity remains at the forefront of FCPS decision-making. 
* Advocate for needs-based allocation of resources in all areas: staffing, facilities and much more!

I look forward to continuing to stand up for Mason!!!

Ricardy Anderson
Fairfax County School Board Member-Mason District