Joanna Moran

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Joanna Moran

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 3, 2020

Education

Associate

Tidewater Community College, 2011

Bachelor's

East Coast Polytechnic Institute, 2015

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Navy

Years of service

2004 - 2009

Personal

Birthplace

Dallas, Texas

Religion

Christian

Contact

Campaign website

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Joanna Moran ran for election to the Virginia Beach City Public Schools to represent District 3 - Rose Hall. She lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.

Moran completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Joanna Moran was born in Dallas, Texas. Moran served in the U.S. Navy from 2004 to 2009. She earned an associate degree from Tidewater Community College in 2011. She earned a bachelor's degree from ECPI University in 2015. Moran's career experience includes working as a general trades supervisor.

Elections

2020

See also: Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia, elections (2020)

General election

General election for Virginia Beach City Public Schools, District 3 - Rose Hall

Incumbent Jessica Owens defeated Joanna Moran in the general election for Virginia Beach City Public Schools, District 3 - Rose Hall on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jessica Owens (Nonpartisan)	55.9	104,602
		Joanna Moran (Nonpartisan)	43.7	81,732
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	757

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 187,091
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Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Joanna Moran completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Moran's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I was born to missionary parents in Dallas, TX, I traveled the world and am experienced with diverse cultures and societies. I have lived in several U.S. states, and spent 9 years in Ghana, West Africa. I Enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 2004 as a gas turbine mechanic which brought me to our great city, Virginia Beach. After an honorable discharge in 2009, I obtained my DCJS certification, worked as a security officer, and earned my college degrees in Information Technologies and Criminal Justice. In 2015, I became a sworn employee of the Commonwealth, receiving commendations and serving as a Correctional Officer at St. Brides Correctional Center(SBCC). In 2019 I returned to my vocational roots by promoting to a maintenance supervisor for SBCC. I am committed to learning and initiatives in my position, I serve as a subject matter specialist and a dialogue practitioner for the Department of Corrections, and I try to promote a positive environment for all those I encounter.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• STUDENT DISCIPLINE: A priority of the school board should be providing for the safety of our students, teachers, and school staff. Our teachers have raised overwhelming concern about school safety through multiple surveys, and Ms. Moran believe in taking immediate action to ensure the safety and enforcing equitable accountability for students and staff of VBCPS.
• OCATIONAL EDUCATION: Ms. Moran is passionate about the education of our young people, and holds a great concern for their success inside of the classroom and after graduation. Understanding that college is not the right path for everyone, she promotes a greater emphasis on vocational trade instruction being offered to students. Many young adults graduate from college with mountains of debt and struggle with finding good paying jobs while there is a great need for trade workers in this area. Virginia Beach needs skilled workers to fill our essential industry positions at our shipyards and in the private service industries like Electricians, Plumbers, and Carpenters. Joanna advocates for a full-time vocational trades focused high school.
• REINSTATE VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN: The current School Board voted to remove the honors of Valedictorian and Salutatorian starting with the class of 2021. Students work very hard for academic achievement and should be rewarded.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

HISTORY: In this core subject, student test scores have dropped considerably across our great nation. The Commonwealth has recently changed its requirements for this class, and it is no longer considered a factor for accreditation. History is just as important as Math, Science, and English and should remain a key focus in our children's education

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My father was one of the best men I ever knew and would give the shirt off his back to those in need. He was a great example of unbridled passion for the mission, and great humility when anyone complemented him on it.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty and Integrity

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Honesty, Determination, Passion and Resilience

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To actively listen to the people

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I listened to the people and put students first

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I don't know if it was the first historical event in my life time, but 911 was the most impactful. I was 17 when those planes hit those towers and I will never forget it as long as I live. That day is part of the reason I joined the military.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I started working when I was twelve years old, doing odd jobs around our neighborhood like mowing lawns, cleaning houses, pet sitting and later when I was older baby sitting. I also helped a neighbor with his BBQ catering business and did that for a time. Eventually when I was 16 I went to work for a painting company that did new construction painting. I was brought up to work hard at your job and in your life.

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

To be the voice of the students, the teachers, and the parents. To make sure the children always come first and foremost.

Who are your constituents?

Virginia Beach Residents

What principles drive your policies for safety in schools?

Students deserve to learn in a safe environment. Rules must be enforced equitably and teachers must have support from administration. The few students who are disruptive should not negatively impact those who are at school to learn.

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