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Common-Sense Leadership for Westport’s Schools
Jodi has spent nearly two decades strengthening Westport’s schools, including terms as PTA president of Saugatuck Elementary and Staples High School. A proud parent of a Staples graduate and a current Staples student, Jodi has been a tireless advocate and fundraiser for our public schools, championing Staples Tuition Grants during Covid and serving on the combined Bedford Middle School/Coleytown Middle School board during the complicated mold remediation. Prior to that, Jodi worked at HarperCollins Children’s Books as editorial director and has authored more than 40 books for young readers.
Stephen and his wife have raised four children in Westport’s schools —two Staples graduates, one current Staples student, and one at Coleytown Middle. From 2019 to 2023, he represented our community on the RTM, earning a reputation for thoughtful, collaborative leadership. Professionally, Stephen is a lawyer at Susman Godfrey. He served as co–lead counsel for Dominion Voting Systems in its historic defamation case, securing a $787.5 million settlement from Fox News in 2023. He brings that same dedication, integrity, and persistence to his commitment to Westport’s students and families.
Vote for both on November 4th!
Early voting begins October 20th
Paid for by Harris-Shackelford for BOE. Netta Levy, treasurer. Approved by Jodi Harris and Stephen Shackelford