Editor’s note: This press release and graphic were provided by Dr. Michael Owen-Michaane, who is running for one of the two school board seats on the ballot May 18.

Dr. Michael Owen-Michaane will always listen and advocate for students with special needs:

I promise to always Listen to Parents and Advocate for Students with Special Needs. Getting appropriate services to support students with Special Needs is near-and-dear to my heart.

Growing up, I learned about supporting people with special needs from my sister Whitney. I watched my parents fight to get Whitney the services she needed to learn effectively.

I made this video (https://fb.watch/50dfjDJCzS/) to share more about my background and as a tribute to my little sister Whitney!

Please vote for me, Michael Owen-Michaane, for the Pelham Board of Education on May 18th, because I will always Listen to Parents and Advocate for Every Student in Pelham.