Key Facts
Background
Alexis Gerdes received her BS degree in Chemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). At VCU, she was a Division I athlete competing in cross country as well as track and field. After graduation, she worked as a paralegal. Later she transitioned to the medical sales industry, holding various jobs over 11 years. Currently, Gerdes is a Respiratory Business Specialist for the Boehringer Ingelheim company. Gerdes is also a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children [1, 2].
Key Issues
Parental Involvement
Gerdes believes teachers, parents, and business leaders should have a voice in school board decisions [1].
Communication
Gerdes advocates for transparent communication from the school board [1].
Curriculum
Gerdes supports a facts-based curriculum that bolsters critical and independent thinking skills. Furthermore, Gerdes argues that education creates responsible and courteous citizens [1].
School Safety
Gerdes advocates for funding for School Resource Officers (SROs) [1].
Budget
Gerdes believes that the most important part of the budget are resources that are dedicated to the success of students. She also supports providing necessary resources for teachers to bolster a critical and independent thinking curriculum [1].
Endorsements
Republican Party of Virginia Beach; Jen Kiggans, Republican Nominee for Congress and State Senator; Susan Allen, Former First Lady of Virginia; Bob McDonnell, Former Governor of Virginia; Ken Stolle, Virginia Beach Sheriff; Tina Sinnen, Virginia Beach Clerk of the Court; Tanya Gould, Virginia Director of Anti-Human Trafficking; Dan Crenshaw, United States Congressman
Sources
1 Alexis Gerdes
2 LinkedIn
3 Twitter
4 Facebook
5 VPAP
6 Republican Party of Virginia Beach