Dexter, Missouri - There are five candidates for three positions in the 2017 Dexter School Board election to be held on April 4, 2017. A bio was submitted on each candidate. Below is the bio for Mr. Jason Comfort.
Occupation: Countywide Insurance – Insurance Producer; Pallet Recycling, LLC
Family Members: Cristi, Maci (7th grade), Cali (3rd grade), and Jase (pre-k)
Personal Education History: Dexter High School class of 1996; Three Rivers Community College; Southeast Missouri State University
Community Service Activities/Affiliations: First Baptist Church of Dexter, Past President of Dexter Chamber of Commerce, Past President of Hidden Trails Country Club, Past Board Member of Dexter Bearcat Booster Club, Past Board Member of the Missouri Association of Insurance Agents, 19 years of service Dexter Little League Football, 15+ years radio broadcast Dexter Bearcat Football
Why do you want to serve as a school board member?
I Love the Dexter Bearcats! I am extremely passionate about all things related to the Dexter Bearcats. I was blessed with many great mentors throughout my life who exemplified what it meant to be a Dexter Bearcat. I watched them serve this community in a selfless manner while working tirelessly to positively impact our students. Since the first day I came home from college, I have been vigorously working to mirror their example and sought different ways that I could positively impact and improve our community and our schools. I have worked diligently to discover new ways to better our students experience both in the classroom and in a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. I have always had a strong belief that “Attitude Reflects Leadership.” I want to continue my efforts to provide leadership and elevate my position in this great community so that I can play an even larger role in raising the Dexter school system to a higher level of excellence and achievements.
What qualities will you bring to the school board that will benefit the students and staff of Dexter Public Schools?
1. Common-sense leadership
2. Strong interpersonal skills to work within a board effectively
3. Passion for excellence in our school and community
4. An understanding of the role of a school board member and the school board as a whole
5. Ability to communicate the board’s vision and mission and serve as a bridge between the school and community
6. Commitment to positively impact our students in every vote I cast
7. Willingness and commitment to vote in the minority, if I believe that is what is right! However, if I am on the losing side of a vote, we are still one board, one team, one school, one community and I will support the decision that was passed by the majority.
8. Willingness to listen and learn from all stakeholders before making decisions
