Candidate: Patricia Hodge Philman

My name is Pat Hodge Philman. I am a candidate for School Board District 4 in Gilchrist County.
I am committed to serving the students, teachers, staff, and parents of our Gilchrist County Schools.
My qualifications include:
- Associate Degree in Education from Lake City Community College
- Bachelor Degree in Education from the University of Florida
- Master Degree in Media Education from Nova Southeastern University
- 25 years teaching experience in Gilchrist County
- 6 years Sunday School Teacher for young adults at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church
- 6 years Children’s Church Teacher for ages 4 years to 4th grade at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church
My platform is:
1. Improving Reading, Math and Science skills for all students, district wide
2. Improving teacher support from Schools and The School Board
3. Continuing to make our schools a safer environment for students, teachers and staff
4. Partnering with teachers, staff, School Board and parents to develop a district wide discipline plan, so that all students can receive a great education.

I am married to Emory Philman. I have 5 children who all graduated from Gilchrist County Schools.
I have a grandson who attends Bell High School, a granddaughter who attends Bell Middle School, a grandson who attends Bell Elementary School and one great granddaughter who attends Trenton Elementary School. As you can see, I have a very real interest in education in Gilchrist County.
I believe I am qualified to be a School Board Member and would like the opportunity to serve our students, teachers, staff and parent of Gilchrist County.