1. Connie Bryant Candidate for principal

2.  I believe every child deserves a quality education. Every teacher deserves a supportive environment to teach and learn. Every parent deserves to know their child will be respected. Vision Statement

3. Leadership Style As a school leader, I would be an advocate for students, teachers, and students. When possible, staff will be involved in decision making. Teachers will be expected to use best practices to ensure students reach their potential. Parent engagement will be a priority. We will form a team to provide students a high quality education.

4. Education 1987-1991 B.S. – Virginia Tech, Family Child Development 2002-2004 M.S. – Radford University, Reading 2015-current – Radford University, Educational Leadership

5. Education Experience 1992-1993 Laurel Fork Elementary School, 3 rd /4 th Grade teacher 1994-1995 Gladesboro Elementary School, Title I aide 1996-1999 Gladesboro Elementary School, 1 st Grade teacher Math Lead Teacher Math Textbook Adoption Committee 1999-2002 Falling Branch Elementary School, 1 st Grade teacher MCEA Building Representative Everyday Math training 2002-2003 Dinwiddie Elementary School, 1 st Grade teacher 2003-present Christiansburg Primary School, Title I reading/Reading Recovery teacher School-Based Intervention Committee (Child Study)-Chair Reading Recovery continuing professional development School-based interview committees Word Study training New teacher trainer for PALS, running records, guided reading language Parent Involvement Committee

6. Title I Responsibilities Manage school budget Write Title I school plan Plan parent events Develop parent surveys Communicate with parents Write reports Attend conferences and trainings

7. Volunteer Experience International 4-H Exchange Program – 1994 – Norway Virginia 4-H All Stars – State President, State Advisor Virginia 4-H State Congress Virginia International Foreign (4-H) Exchange Program Association Christmas Store Volunteer

8. In Summary My goal is to make Gladesboro Elementary School a positive learning environment. Various educational experiences enable me to view situations from different perspectives. It would be rewarding to lead Gladesboro in a successful manner. Being familiar with the community, it would be a pleasure to return.