Nevada Joint Union School Board
Nevada City / North San Juan, Area 1
Reelect Olivia Pritchett
“Serving on the school board has deepened my understanding of our district, its strengths, and the challenges ahead,” Pritchett said. “Over the past four years, we’ve strengthened the district’s financial footing, seen improvement in student achievement, and worked to make sure students are heard. I’m running for a second term to build on that progress—raising expectations, expanding opportunities after graduation, and making sure every student has the support to succeed.”
WHY OLIVIA
A parent, small business owner, and proven advocate for every student.
Parent of three recent graduates, bringing years of firsthand experience and committed to the students and families who come next
Local small business owner
4 years as a trustee: governance experience, district-wide relationships, and a real understanding of our budget
8 years leading nonprofit boards, with ongoing, direct connections to students
17+ years of service to our schools, nonprofits, healthcare, athletics, and the arts
WHAT WE'VE ACCOMPLISHED TOGETHER
Oversaw gains in test scores and attendance, and updated our discipline and harassment policies
Adopted an Equity Statement, a Land Acknowledgment, and the STANDS Committee
Co-authored the Every Student Belongs Resolution
Kept our budget stable and made district finances more transparent
Expanded pathways to student success
MY PRIORITIES FOR A SECOND TERM
Safe, supported students
Give students a real voice in decisions that affect them
Ensure discipline is swift, fair, and transparent
Because when students are well, they learn well
Financially strong schools
Advocate in Sacramento for stable funding that reflects the realities of rural districts
Spend wisely, with clear benefits for students and staff
Continue to make district finances more transparent and understandable, with continued accountability for how public dollars are spent.
Smart use of technology
Neither ban everything nor embrace everything
Teach digital literacy and academic integrity, and train our teachers
Prepare students for the technology they'll meet after graduation
A path forward for every student
University, community college, a skilled trade, or the workforce: the right path is the one that fits the student
Strong academics plus real chances to explore options through community and business partnerships
Strong schools make a strong community.
ENDORSEMENTS
“Olivia Pritchett works tirelessly to support our students, teachers, and district in her role as an NJUHSD Trustee. Olivia cares deeply for our students and is a continuous advocate for students in all decisions made by the board. Olivia listens to our teachers and school staff and keeps their concerns front of mind in her decision making. Olivia helped create and implement a budget that now has our district on more solid financial footing. Olivia has a proven track record in guiding our district forward and creating numerous pathways for student success in a changing world. This is why Olivia earns my vote for Area 1 Trustee.”
“I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing Olivia Pritchett work on behalf of all students of the Nevada Joint Union High School District for four years. She makes decisions with data and conviction always leading from a student first perspective. She does her research, articulates clear and compassionate points of view for consideration, and most importantly, models civic activism with the highest integrity. It’s why I will continue to endorse Olivia for NJUHSD board trustee. ”