Dr. Nika L..

Davis
A PROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR WHO WILL BRING EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE, EXCELLENT PERCEPTION AND EXCELLENT PARTNERSHIPS TO WISD
DR. DAVIS VISION FOR WACO ISD
. My vision for the WISD is to have a district that represents the best in the state of Texas. My election to the school board will result in a coordinated effort with the superintendent and other board members to improve our district's academic performance, perception and partnerships. My background as a graduate of the Waco schools, public school teacher, Adjunct Professor of History, Greater Waco Education Alliance, Waco Education Foundation, Parents for Public Schools member, MCC Foundation Board, and pastor for 17 years gives me a unique perspective on improving student achievement. My dissertation project on faithbased mentoring with youth uniquely qualifies me to bring parents and schools together. When people think of Waco I.S.D., I want them to believe in P3, Excellent Performance, Excellent Perception and Excellent Partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS

Twelve years working in the education field. Received the honor of Teacher of the Year in Lufkin High School. Served on many committees including the Faculty Community Council with the superintendent of Lufkin ISD. Improved the performance, perception and partnerships at Lufkin High School (previously labeled a low performing school), as a result of collaborative curriculum, partnerships with the community and team work within the school and the district. As a professor at Tarrant County College, understands the importance of college readiness and would be an asset in the districts efforts to prepare more students for post-secondary study. Served on the Waco Education Foundation and raised money for the district along with analyzing grant requests that our teachers receive through community partnerships. Served on the MCC Bond Election Advisory Committee, the City of Waco Education Alliance, Waco City Charter, MCC Foundation Board, and Friends for Life Advisory Committee, African American Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the month and WISD Academic Achievers Banquet Keynote speaker. Has a working relationship with Superintendent Cain and knows personally several of the present board members. As a pastor, specializes in working with people from business leaders to the economically disadvantaged. Understands how to meet budgets and also motivate parents and volunteers to participate in public education. Has three children that are students in W.I.S.D. Member of Parents for Public Schools

EDUCATION
Sam Houston State University Master of Arts in History May 2011 4.0 GPA Tarleton State University Post Graduate Studies in History January 2006 Houston Graduate School of Theology Doctorate May 2004 4.0 GPA Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Master of Divinity 1998 Deans List Texas A & M University
Bachelor Science, Kinesiology/ Social Studies,

Graduated Cum Laude 1992

EARLY VOTING: APRIL 30th MAY 8th ELECTION DATE: MAY 12, 2012

At-large Seat Place 6 WISD School Board

Paid for by the Committee to Elect Dr. Nika L.J. Davis, Treasurer George Dixon, P.O. Box 23991, Waco, Texas 76702 CELL :(254) 495-1030 EMAIL: ndavis1@grandecom.net www.facebook.com/drnikadavis