Trumbull Election 2021 Profile: Scot Kerr, Board of Education

TRUMBULL, CT — Election Day is approaching fast, and a number of key positions in Trumbull will be on the ballot.

To help readers make an informed decision on Nov. 2, Patch has reached out to local candidates to share their views on various topics of importance in town.

Patch will post these candidate profiles over the next several days, so check back often to see the latest.

Occupation: Director Of External Reporting, Achievement First Charter Schools (8 Years)

Family: Spouse Karen; children Aster, Matthew, and Duncan have all attended Trumbull Public Schools.

Experience: Current BOE and Previously served on Parks & Rec and Conservation Commissions

Family in government: No

The single biggest issue in town is ______, and I plan to do this about it:

Strengthening and increasing the breadth of educational opportunities for all of our students while addressing the severe learning and social/emotional costs of the pandemic. I will support increased educational funding and leveraging state/federal grants to accomplish the district goals.

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

I have broad management experience that spans business and education environments with particular expertise in operations, finance, and technology. I have a long history of volunteer leadership in our schools and community with PTA, TPAUD, and the Golden Eagles Marching Band.

Accomplishments:

In my work I successfully manage compliance reporting with the State Department of Education for four CT school districts; in town I have established stronger dialog among the district and volunteer organizations that support education.

Other issues:

Expand transparency regarding BOE finances; implement later school start times; increase equity and diversity work; supporting a long term capital improvement plan to improve our school facilities.

What else would you like voters to know about you?

I'm a dedicated volunteer who works tirelessly to support those things I commit to. I recognize the work that still needs to be done and I'm committed to serve for another term on the Trumbull Board of Education.