Meet the Candidates - Jessica Rooney

Jessica Rooney

Running unopposed for a three-year term on the Wrangell Public School Board

Age: 36

About the candidate:

"I moved here in 2002 from Florida, I married Jason Rooney and we have four children together, ages 14, 11, 8 and 5. I am currently a member of Wrangell Early Prevention Coalition and the Secondary Advisory Committee for the school. I have previously worked for the school district as an aide in the middle school office."

Why do you want to serve on the school board?

"I am running for school board because I have a passion for our youth and feel that I would be a strong asset to ensuring the continued success of our school district by serving on this board. If elected, as a member of our school board I would like to see our district enhance its post-secondary courses for students, continue working on best hiring practices, focus on student achievement, and assist with the budget on our financial situation as it pertains to this district. I believe our school district can achieve greatness by working together and moving forward in the future. It would be an honor for me to give back to our community and serve on our school board and, if selected, I promise to faithfully serve our school district with the best interest of the youth of our community in mind."