leslie mcbride

gateway school board

“Because of my experience listening to the needs of families, I will continue to listen and be a voice for you, the

stakeholders of our communities. I calmly face adversity and think before I act.”

-Leslie McBride

BIO

Team Member of County Programs in Education
Reality Driven-Experience Based
Department of Human Services-Child Focused
MSW, 2023 President 2025 Gateway School Board
Understands Education Reality vs Education Theory
Has lived in Eastmont and Monroeville for her entire life
Son, Peyton McBride, student Gateway High School
Daughter, A.J. Denne, Gateway 2013 and licensed Music Therapist
Son, Tyler Denne, Computer Science

LESLIE’S PRIORITIES

Helping Students and Teachers Achieve Overall Excellence
Work on Staff & Student Needs
Ensure Proper Advancement
Support Curriculum Growth Including Latest Technology and Cybersecurity
Positive Progress
Open Communication
Collaborate with All Stakeholders
Readiness and Preparedness
Long Term Capital Improvement
Direct Expenses by Separating Needs vs Wants
Concerned About Spending
Due Diligence Against Cost Overruns
Maintain Collaboration with Administration on Long-term Planning
Solution-based, NOT Excuse-based
Focus on Finding Solutions by Maintaining Transparency