Rev. Howard F. Travers, Jr. Invoking Excellence In Education
CANDIDACY GOALS
These goals reflect my commitment in invoking excellence in education as a faithful steward of the Wicomico County Board of Education's vision and values, with a core responsibility to support student success through strategic oversight and thoughtful leadership.
- Improving student achievement: Once elected to office, I will aim to enhance the educational outcomes of students in District 3.
- Setting clear policies: My aim is to establish policies that align with the vision and goals of the Wicomico County Board of Education.
- Ensuring fiscal responsibility: Once elected to office, my goal is to focus on managing the Wicomico County education budget effectively.
- Advocating for public education: I will work hard to support and advocate for a strong competitive public education system that is the envy of surrounding counties.
- Collaborating with the community: Once elected to office, I endeavor to engage with the minority community of District 3 to ensure that the public education system is meeting the needs of all students.
- Promoting student success: I fully intend to prioritize the success and well-being of all students in District 3 by working to provide necessary resources for student achievement.
- Commitment to eliminate barriers: Once elected, I will aim to provide necessary resources to eliminate learning barriers.
- Creating a rigorous educational environment: I will work to create a learning environment with high expectations and effective teaching practices with a focus on student achievement, equity for all students, and the important role of technology in education.
ABOUT ME
My Background
I am a native of Salisbury, Maryland, and am a product of the Wicomico County Public School System. I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership from Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida. My seminary degrees - a Master of Arts in Theology and a Master of Divinity degree are from Southwestern Assemblies of God University (now Nelson University) in Waxahachie, Texas. In 2025, I was also awarded an honorary Doctorate degree from North Central Theological Seminary in St. Petersburg, Florida. In addition to this, I am also a certified Thanatologist (Google it) and am an ordained Assemblies of God minister. My wife, Dana, and I have been married since 1987 and reside in Salisbury with our furry family.
My Community Service
I have served my community nearly (40) years as a law enforcement, correctional, hospice, hospital, and fire Chaplain in Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset Counties. I presently serve as the Founder and Lead Pastor of Nu-Lyfe Church in Salisbury, Maryland, and am also the Founder and President of Witness International, Inc. - a criminal justice and recovery ministry in Salisbury. In addition to these positions, I also serve as the Worcester County Meals on Wheels Coordinator through the County Commission on Aging.
My Promise To You
These practices not only enhance the effectiveness of the Board of Education, but they also build trust and respect within our community. It is my goal to continue to embody these qualities and to serve the public education needs of my District.
- Leadership: I fully intend to demonstrate my leadership qualities both in my campaign and in my role as a Board Member of the 3rd District. This involves guiding the District and advocating for the best interests of Wicomico County students, teachers, and staff.
- Integrity: Integrity is crucial for all school Board Members. As is my record before God and man, I vow to be honest, transparent, and accountable in my actions and decisions, especially in those instances when it is not in my favor to be so.
- Community Engagement: I vow to actively engage with my community, seeking to better understand the values and needs of my constituents, and reflecting them in my policies and decisions as a Board Member.
- Advocacy: Once elected, I will advocate for strong public education at all levels, ensuring that the needs of our public schools are both communicated and addressed.
- Fiscal Responsibility: I am financially literate and responsible in my personal financial affairs, and I fully intend to operate in the same manner in the management and oversight of the Board of Education's budget, ensuring that it more than adequately meets the needs of students, teachers, staff, and the community.
Rev. Howard Travers, MA, MDiv.
Invoking Excellence in Education
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