Cadidate's Personal Statement: Jeanne DeVincenzi

My husband and I have lived in St. Helena for 11 years and have three daughters in the school district. I am actively involved in our schools as the President of the Elementary School Site Council, a member of the RLS Site Council, a director of the St. Helena Public Schools Foundation Endowment Trust, a member of the Elementary and Primary Schools Parent Teacher Group, and a member of the District's Strategic Planning Committee.

I am a business attorney and have practiced for 14 years. In my line of work, I help clients identify their priorities and determine practical ways to reach their goals within the boundaries of the law. I help them resolve disputes and understand complex issues.

I will use my professional skills and my experience with our schools to do the following:


· Support our teachers and students;

· Improve communication with parents and the community;

· Oversee legal and financial issues;

· Suggest innovative solutions;

· Provide insight into the unique issues facing our school sites; and

· Track legislative action that impacts our district.


I will act with respect, integrity and honesty.

I will work hard to make sure that we provide the opportunities and resources so that ALL students can reach their full potential.