- FOR HELENA SCHOOL BOARD -
Jenny Murnane Butcher
Jenny's Priorities
Teacher and Student Well Being
As a teacher who worked through the COVID pandemic, Jenny knows firsthand the challenges facing educators in the classroom today. She understands that on top of their regular job, teachers are often the first line of defense for mental health challenges and other issues that students face outside of the classroom. On the School Board, Jenny will work to make sure that Helena educators feel valued and supported, and in turn, students receive a high-quality, comprehensive education.
Financial Sustainability
In order to support the long-term financial needs of the Helena School District, the Board must develop a vision beyond the next fiscal year. Jenny knows that we must invest now to be responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars and ensure that the needs of students are met not just next year, but for years to come.
Infrastructure Needs
Like many public buildings, our schools are reaching the age where they require significant updates in order to stay safe and efficient for students and teachers. Jenny knows that the only financially responsible decision is to invest in infrastructure needs now, and implement a plan to routinely fund maintenance needs before they become major, and costly, issues.