Cynthia Richardson - Marion Polk Food Share

Director of Student Equity, Access, and Advancement, Salem-Keizer Public Schools

It is my belief that we must come together and do everything we possibly can to supply food to everyone in need. This work is meaningful to me because once the need for food is identified, we get to develop a plan and a system to assure that food supplies are available and accessible. – Cynthia

Cynthia Richardson joined the Marion Polk Food Share board of Directors in 2022.

She has worked as an educator in Texas, Nebraska and Oregon for over 40 years. Since joining Salem-Keizer Public Schools in 1997, she has served as principal McKay and North Salem high schools and Stephens Middle School. She is currently the district’s Director of Student Equity, Access, and Advancement.

Cynthia holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas, a master’s degree from the University of Texas at Tyler, and has completed course work towards a doctorate degree at the University of Oregon. She has two adult children and two grandchildren. Cynthia enjoys singing with the Praise and Worship Team at People’s Church, going to the beach and watching Hallmark movies.

Cynthia Richardson, Marion Polk Food Share Board Member

Director of Student Equity, Access, and Advancement, Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Creo que debemos unirnos y hacer todo lo posible para suministrar alimentos a todos los necesitados. Este trabajo es significativo para mí porque una vez identificada la necesidad de alimentos, llegamos a desarrollar un plan y un sistema para garantizar que los suministros de alimentos estén disponibles y accesibles. – Cynthia

Cynthia Richardson se incorporó al consejo de administración de Marion Polk Food Share en 2022.

Ha trabajado como educadora en Texas, Nebraska y Oregón durante más de 40 años. Desde que se incorporó a las escuelas públicas de Salem-Keizer en 1997, ha sido directora de los institutos McKay y North Salem y del instituto Stephens Middle School. Actualmente es Directora de Equidad, Acceso y Promoción Estudiantil del distrito.

Cynthia es licenciada por la Universidad del Norte de Texas, tiene un máster por la Universidad de Texas en Tyler y ha cursado estudios de doctorado en la Universidad de Oregón. Tiene dos hijos adultos y dos nietos. A Cynthia le gusta cantar con el Equipo de Alabanza y Adoración de People’s Church, ir a la playa y ver películas de Hallmark.