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Senator Dan Sparks

In this interview, Senator Dan Sparks shares his strategies for staying informed about critical issues affecting his constituents. He emphasizes the importance of utilizing resources like House Research, engaging with constituents through town meetings and emails, and fostering relationships with lobbyists. Senator Sparks also discusses the unique challenges of representing diverse districts, advocating for equitable funding, and his support for transitioning from No Child Left Behind to a growth model. As a member of multiple committees, he highlights the significance of collaboration and open communication in effecting positive change in education.

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Senator Dan Sparks

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  1. Senator Dan Sparks Interview

  2. How do you gather information to remain informed about issues? • The use of “House Research” • Constituents • Town meetings • Emails • Private and Paid Lobby people • Talking to people

  3. Represents Districts Values • Senator Sparks spoke about the many different districts within his constituency • Would support moving from NCLB to more of a growth model • Explained about funding being cut across the board to help balance the deficit • Rural vs. Metro (equitable funding) • Proponent of All-Day K

  4. Ability to work collaboratively • Communication lines are open between state senators and federal representatives • Member of 5 committees • 3 or less is the norm • May stick around to chair in a leadership role • Is known to work well with the members of the house

  5. Learned to see school districts as political systems of governance subject to support from publicly elected officials Prepared to lead by following political issues and decisions along with the impact they have on education

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