“I endorse Jane Aras for Bellevue School Board. It is rare a former classroom teacher and current parent is willing and able to serve in this role.

“Jane has so much to offer a community I know well. She has expertise in special education and both personal and professional experience with both culturally-responsive practice and equity across race and ability.

“Her personal life story has given her the skills necessary to be a bridge-builder, which is a necessary role in this season of the district’s development.

“I believe Jane will be an incredible asset to the team Bellevue has established.”