O
OLSON
Candidate for Saint Matthews City Council
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CHALLENGER
Biography
David Olson was born in Austin, Texas, and served in the U.S. Navy from 1977 to 2005. A retired naval officer, he earned a bachelor's degree in 2005 and has experience as a banking professional. Olson has served on the Peninsula School Board for over a decade and volunteered with local groups.
Top Priorities
- Prioritizing student learning and academic opportunities
- Advocating for better identification of students needing special services and accelerated learning
- Increasing instructional time and tutoring services for low-income students and those not meeting standards