Kendra’s background as an educator, community advocate, and counselor has provided her with the lived experience to uphold the belief…
“When we ensure that students and staff feel Safe, Secure, and Valued, it yields expanded learning Opportunities, increased Academic Outcomes, and positive investments throughout our Community.”
Kendra is ready to
Mapp Transformative Education
Kendra Mapp is a servant leader that learned the value of education, service, advocacy, and community throughout her early years of childhood. These core beliefs were modeled by family members such as: her grandmother, father, mother, and brother; in addition to a host of educators and mentors. She was inspired by their seeds of selflessness, compassion, and empathy; to champion the voices of the people and impact change within the community.
Kendra is a product of Cincinnati Public Schools, a supportive parent within the district, a community partner, and a proud graduate of Hughes High School. Upon graduation, she became the recipient of an educational scholarship initiative at the University of Cincinnati, due to the guidance that she received at Hughes.
Core Values
Kendra Mapp is running for Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education to map a transformative approach to educating students and supporting the staff within the district; through the coordinates of body, mind, and connections.
Oftentimes, these points have worked in isolation, leading to a path of unfavorable outcomes. Yet, when these key coordinates are collaboratively aligned, expansion and growth are achievable. A vote for Kendra is essential in bringing Cincinnati Public Schools one step closer to success!
Body
The foundation of student achievement and staff performance are a result of learning environments that are affirming, respectful, supportive, inclusive, and equitable. Studies continue to reflect the importance of meeting the fundamental needs of physical, social, and emotional security; to optimize an individual’s fullest potential. When these needs are fulfilled, both students and staff alike develop a positive mindset toward learning and work.
Mind
Schools are the heartbeat of the community. A thriving school advocates to strengthen the whole child; which facilitates the esteem to contribute to their school culture and greater community. When we enrich our students, we elevate the opportunity for students to practice civic engagement and make constructive investments within their respective neighborhoods. This endeavor creates a healthy system and a shared endeavor between school and community to ensure student achievement.
Connections
Once students have acquired the self-confidence to succeed, they develop pride and take ownership with their education. Students desire to be engaged participants with their academic experience and make authentic, meaningful connections through innovative approaches. As a result, students establish healthy attitudes and beliefs about themselves to excel in rigorous coursework that promotes college, career, and life readiness. Equally, student involvement motivates the staff to further their professional development and implement creative learning strategies.