Kevin Hairston
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Kevin Hairston ran for election for an at-large seat of the Columbus City Schools Board of Education in Ohio. He lost in the general election on November 2, 2021.
Hairston completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Kevin Hairston was born in Columbus, Ohio. He earned a bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University in 1995 and a graduate degree from Trinity Lutheran Seminary in 1999. He also graduated from United Theological Seminary in 2008. His professional experience includes working as a pastor.[1]
Elections
2021
See also: Columbus City Schools, Ohio, elections (2021)
General election
Nonpartisan primary election
The primary election was canceled.
2021
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Kevin Hairston completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Hairston's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Dr. Kevin S. Hairston is the Pastor of Living Word Bible Fellowship in Columbus, Ohio. He is native of Columbus, Ohio, where he graduated from Independence High School. After receiving a degree in Political Science from The Ohio State University. He later attended Trinity Lutheran Seminary where he obtained a Master’s degree in Theological Studies. He received his Doctorate in Ministry from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio.
For over 20 years, he has worked for non-profit, for-profit corporations and several Universities as an Adjunct Professor. He's served as a Senior Pastor of various churches, Vice President of a real estate investment group, Executive Director of a community development corporation and the Diretor of a Statewide National non-profit organization. Dr. Hairston is married to his lovely wife Mia, and his a wonderful daughter Kennedy.
- 1. Re-building a school system focused on helping every student achieve academic success.
- 2. Ensure that teachers and schools have the resources necessary to ensure our students can compete globally
- 3. Ensure financial integrity, financial management and accountability
Mental Health issuess can affect classroom learning and social interactions, both of which are critical to the success of students. Providing the services that children and youth need to help them better manage and support their mental health needs at school can be quite challenging. However, if the appropriate services are put in to support a young person's mental health needs, we can maximize success and minimize negative impacts for students.
21 Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell
Trust, Integrity, Lead by example.Focus on change, Be human and admit mistakes, Understand the value of listening, Develop leadership skills, Promote diversity.
Integrity, Innovative, Honesty, Active Listening, Self-Confidence, Visionary
To be effective, elected officials must be responsive to the needs of their constituents. Concerns for "fairness" and "minority views" may outweigh issues of effectiveness or efficiency.
Helping to cultivate every student in the Columbus City School District into the leaders of tomorrow
One of my first memorable events i can recall is September 11, 2001. I was 31 years old and I remember being at work and huddled around a tv and computers watching the towers fall and people running on the news channels. Little did i know the sacrifice and bravery of first responders going into the buildings helping to save lives. When I think about the event I and reminded of those who sacriice themselves for someone else to live.
The Audacity of Hope, by President Obama - Inspirational
Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars
Doing to much or wanting change to happen quickly
make decisions on a wide range of issues, such as hiring and evaluating a superintendent and treasurer; setting district policy; planning student services; goal-setting and long-range planning; adopting curriculum; establishing budgets; engaging parents; being good fiscal stewards; acting in the best interest of the school district and within the scope of their legal authority; and creating community relations programs.
Work with the superintendent and administration to ensure teachers are representing a wide range of voices in the curriculum.
Engagr community members in problem-solving solutions to issues that affect the schol district and build strong relationships with external organizations that work with the district .
I believe it should be a priority of the district to strive for stronger diversity and to create authentic cultural change. The quality of both teaching and learning improves and will benefit everyone.
Funding plays a major role of getting in the way of quality education? Less funding means smaller staffs, fewer resources and a lower number of services for students.
Great teachers set high expectations for all students. They expect that all students can and will achieve in their classroom, and they don’t give up on underachievers. The students are measured based on their standardized testing scores.
Create a new generation of entrepreneurs. The Dwight School - "Spark Tank", is designed to nuture student innovation, entrpreneurship, and leadership skills beyond the classroom.
Advocate for school funding strategies that are needed for urban school districts
Schools should train students and staff on safety protocols and warning signs. With heightened awareness, the school community will be better equipped to respond to—and, when possible, minimize or prevent—a crisis.
Using technology in the classroom gives teachers and other faculty members the opportunity to develop their student's digital citizenship skills. It's one thing to use mobile devices, it's a completely other thing to know how to use them correctly and responsibly.
Schools should determine, in collaboration with state and local health officials to the extent possible, whether and how to implement each of these considerations while adjusting to meet the unique needs and circumstances of the local community.
Help build a stronger dialog and relationships with parents by attending events which parents attend. In addition making myself available to hear the challenges and concerns of parents with students currently enrolled in the district
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- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on February 16, 2021
