Kara LaMarche, Bedford School Board Candidate

Kara LaMarche

Age (as of Election Day)

48

Position sought (including district number if applicable)

School Board, One Year Term

Party Affiliation

Family

James LaMarche (spouse), Finn (14), Gavin (12)

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Education

BS in Business, St. Michael's College

Occupation

Marketing & Advocacy, 20+ years

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

None

Campaign website

https://www.karalamarchenh.com

Why are you seeking elective office?

I love our community and want to help serve the needs of our families.

The single most pressing issue facing our (board, district, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Mental health is an extremely important issue to me thus I will approach all issues we face through that lens.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency)

I think the current board is doing an excellent job and hope to be a positive addition to this team.

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

I have been a resident of Bedford for over ten years with two boys currently in the Bedford School System. Over the years, I have volunteered in their various schools and have also worked as a youth suicide prevention educator in schools across the state of NH. As a result of these experiences, I have a deep understanding that schools are not simply a place where Math, English and Science are taught - they are so much more. They are places where teachers, students and families come together to connect, learn and build a community.
Bedford is an incredible community with an outstanding school system. I would be honored to fill the one year seat on the school board bringing a measured, thoughtful voice to all my decisions.

The best advice ever shared with me was:

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I am motivated to serve as a School Board Member to continue to make a difference for the future of our children. l am a responsible and balanced leader who will work to ensure that all sides of an issue are considered before decisions are made. I will rely on the experience of our trusted educators and administrators, as well as the latest research and data, to inform my judgment on difficult issues.