Hello, Everyone!
Thank you for your interest in public education and for taking time to learn about me.
As the daughter of a Home Economics teacher and a federal law enforcement officer, the motto of my alma mater, Virginia Tech, resonates strongly with me and my family.
Ut Prosim … “That I May Serve.”
Before being elected to the CCPS School Board in 2023, I had 27 years of experience as an Assistant Principal here in Culpeper — 18 years at CCHS (1990-2008) and 9 years at EVHS (2008-2017). During that time, I was fortunate to be able to support both Blue Devils and Cyclones, assist countless parents and families, collaborate with dedicated teachers and colleagues, and build safe, positive school cultures and climates with diverse administrative teams.
Now, with 4 years’ experience on the CCPS School Board, I consistently see how each of our schools serves as a hub for students, families, teachers, and staff. The opportunities created and connections built between schools and our Culpeper community continue to change the trajectory of students’ lives in a positive direction every day.
Proven Leader, Problem Solver, & Consensus Builder
In reflecting on my years in education, I realize all situations focus on PEOPLE… our students, teachers, and staff. They are the heartbeat of Culpeper County Public Schools, in partnership with our parents, guardians, and community members.
Many topics in public education today are complex, multifaceted, and nuanced.
And each of these matters can be addressed from the personal viewpoint of an individual student, parent, teacher, staff member, or community member… as well as from the larger point of view of a single school… or from the broader view of the entire CCPS system.
As a current School Board member and former school administrator, I always welcome and solicit input from ALL people, with many different points of view. I am fortunate to be surrounded again by teams of knowledgeable colleagues. Utilizing their expertise, CCPS continues to assess needs, develop plans, create programs, and propose solutions the School Board can support for the success of ALL our students and schools. Working collaboratively with fellow School Board members and the Superintendent to focus on student achievement, policy development, and resource alignment with the CCPS Strategic Plan and CCPS Capital Improvement Plan is essential. Many heads are always better than one.
Throughout my 31 years with CCPS, I am also proud to have served as a resource for students, parents and families, teachers and staff, and Culpeper community members. When I was a school administrator, I always responded to concerns and solved problems based on the specific situation, considering the needs and experiences of the people with whom I was interacting — while operating at the daily level of my school. I know, understand, and appreciate firsthand that schools are where the hard work of teaching and learning takes place.
But most importantly… no matter the situations at school… I had the infinite good fortune to find the love of my life later in life. My husband, Bill Pearson, and I had 25 wonderful years together, and our families became one. Bill, the kids, and I enjoyed many years of dogs, horse racing, farming, gardening, and theatre.
After retiring in 2017, I settled into working on our farm in Reva. Together, Bill and I cared for our dogs, a retired race horse, a dozen cattle, and several hens until Bill passed away 2 years ago. Although I remained active volunteering with the school system after retirement, I took a step back to care for Bill during his illness and then to regroup after his loss.
I am currently the sole owner-operator of our farm, and I remain closely connected with my adult step-daughter, Carrie Pearson Siegfried, and her husband, Rob. My adult step-son, Christopher Pearson, passed away unexpectedly in 2025. My brother and his family (Culpeper residents since 1994), Bill’s niece and her family (Culpeper residents since 2005), and my son-in-law complete my most immediate family circle.
While I had not envisioned educational governance as part of my career, life has a way of altering your path. I am deeply grateful and honored to serve on the Culpeper County School Board.
I am running for re-election to the CCPS School Board because my entire professional career and my volunteer activities have been devoted to the service of public education. I am intrinsically motivated to help others, and I derive a great deal of satisfaction from serving and working with other people. By supporting our students — and by contributing our time and energy to students — we ALL assist in the development and betterment of young people and future adults. As a life-long educator, I believe these efforts are wise, continued investments in the future of our Culpeper community.
I am experienced and qualified – and my 4 years on the CCPS School Board and my 27 years as a CCPS school administrator equip me with a unique skill set and enable me to serve as a strong advocate for ALL students, parents, teachers, and public education.
I would appreciate your vote on November 2th, and I look forward to serving as your Salem District representative on the CCPS School Board!
Thank you!
