To the Editor:

We are writing to express our enthusiastic endorsement and support for Beth Behrend, a dedicated and highly qualified candidate running for reelection on the Princeton Board of Education. Having closely followed her commitment to data-driven education and student-centered decisions, we believe she is the right choice to help lead our schools forward providing valuable experience and continuity.

Beth’s extensive experience in educational leadership, as well as her advocacy for quality education for all students, showcase her dedication to ensuring that each child receives the support and opportunities they need to succeed academically and personally.

One of Beth’s key strengths lies in her ability to collaborate and engage with various stakeholders, including parents, educators, administrators, and community members. Her inclusive approach ensures that all voices are heard and considered in the decision-making processes, leading to well-informed policies and programs that benefit the entire school community.

She understands the challenges faced by educators, students, and parents and is dedicated to working collaboratively to find effective solutions to internal and external pressures. During Beth’s past two terms, she moved forward a multi-year, long-term planning process involving many of these stakeholders to respond to rising enrollments. She served as chair of the Long-Term Planning Committee from 2022 to 2023 and Board president from 2019 to 2021. Beth’s ability to work collaboratively, listen to disparate viewpoints, and foster communication between various groups will help bring this important planning process to a successful conclusion.

We need leaders like Beth Behrend who possess the vision and dedication to navigate the evolving landscape of education with its existing challenges and unanticipated issues. Her unwavering commitment to enhancing the educational experience for every child, coupled with her inclusive leadership style, positions her as a valuable asset to the Princeton Board of Education.

Carrie Elwood
Poe Road

Christina Walden
Dodds Lane