REGION 1 REGION 3 SCHOOL BOARD Learning in. Politics out. Ashley FORTIER Dedicated long-time PR volunteer Ashley's 8+ years of volunteer service with PR have helped her build relationships with parents, teachers, librarians, support staff, and administrators, Currently, she serves on the Middle School PSA board and co-chairs the Eden Hall Book Fair. 10+ years of experience in social services field BS in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh Parent of three PR students Endorsed by Run for Something; Gun Sense Candidate Jennifer BEUSE Former teacher & long-time PR volunteer Jennifer is a long-time volunteer in PR schools, recently serving on the high school PTO Board. As a former educator, she knows that students learn best in safe, collaborative, supportive learning environments. PAID ADVERTISEMENT PINE-RICHLAND Professional background in biotechnology MS in Education from Virginia Tech; BS in Biochemistry Parent of three PR students and one alumnus *Endorsed by Everytown for Gun Safety REGION 1 REGION 3 Gary YANG Robotics research & development manager Gary's background in science, technology. and math has given him the expertise needed to best support 21st century learners and educators. He is excited to bring his experience to the Pine-Richland school board. Volunteer videographer for PR soccer PhD in Computer Science; MS in Applied Mathematics Parent of two PR students Matthew MEHALIK Professor & director of a nonprofit As a PR School Director since 2018, Matthew understands the importance of steady leadership, thoughtful decision-making, and collaboration. His expertise in education and public policy helps him advocate for all members of the PR community. Executive Director of the Breathe Project Professor, Heinz College, Carnegie Mellon University Postdoc in Learning Science; PhD, MS in Systems Engineering Parent of a PR student Learn more at TogetherforPR.org REGION 2 Russell PATTERSON Respected educator for 20+ years Russell has served in public education for over two decades, first as a teacher and currently as a principal. He is passionate about creating a school environment in which all students feel valued. Expert in education policy and practice PhD in Education from the University of Pittsburgh Parent of three PR students On NOV. 7, please vote for these candidates to: Collaborate to improve academic performance and reduce the pandemic learning gap Provide a safe and supportive learning environment for every student Foster family-teacher ENDORSED partnerships Value and build on staff expertise Restore the board to an effective, student-focused unit RICHLAND CATION ASSOCIATION AB 03 THE PINE TEACHERS "Gary Tale aer the PREA endorsement done and was unable PAID FOR BY TOGETHER FOR PR/EMILY COSTIGAN, TREASURER REGION 1 REGION 3 SCHOOL BOARD Learning in . Politics out . Ashley FORTIER Dedicated long - time PR volunteer Ashley's 8+ years of volunteer service with PR have helped her build relationships with parents , teachers , librarians , support staff , and administrators , Currently , she serves on the Middle School PSA board and co - chairs the Eden Hall Book Fair . 10+ years of experience in social services field BS in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh Parent of three PR students Endorsed by Run for Something ; Gun Sense Candidate Jennifer BEUSE Former teacher & long - time PR volunteer Jennifer is a long - time volunteer in PR schools , recently serving on the high school PTO Board . As a former educator , she knows that students learn best in safe , collaborative , supportive learning environments . PAID ADVERTISEMENT PINE - RICHLAND Professional background in biotechnology MS in Education from Virginia Tech ; BS in Biochemistry Parent of three PR students and one alumnus * Endorsed by Everytown for Gun Safety REGION 1 REGION 3 Gary YANG Robotics research & development manager Gary's background in science , technology . and math has given him the expertise needed to best support 21st century learners and educators . He is excited to bring his experience to the Pine - Richland school board . Volunteer videographer for PR soccer PhD in Computer Science ; MS in Applied Mathematics Parent of two PR students Matthew MEHALIK Professor & director of a nonprofit As a PR School Director since 2018 , Matthew understands the importance of steady leadership , thoughtful decision - making , and collaboration . His expertise in education and public policy helps him advocate for all members of the PR community . Executive Director of the Breathe Project Professor , Heinz College , Carnegie Mellon University Postdoc in Learning Science ; PhD , MS in Systems Engineering Parent of a PR student Learn more at TogetherforPR.org REGION 2 Russell PATTERSON Respected educator for 20+ years Russell has served in public education for over two decades , first as a teacher and currently as a principal . He is passionate about creating a school environment in which all students feel valued . Expert in education policy and practice PhD in Education from the University of Pittsburgh Parent of three PR students On NOV . 7 , please vote for these candidates to : Collaborate to improve academic performance and reduce the pandemic learning gap Provide a safe and supportive learning environment for every student Foster family - teacher ENDORSED partnerships Value and build on staff expertise Restore the board to an effective , student - focused unit RICHLAND CATION ASSOCIATION AB 03 THE PINE TEACHERS " Gary Tale aer the PREA endorsement done and was unable PAID FOR BY TOGETHER FOR PR / EMILY COSTIGAN , TREASURER