Throughout the year, we spotlight wonderful school board members and showcase the outstanding work being done by school systems across the state!

Cara Sexton Welsh is approaching one year of board service on the Madison City school board. With a heart for service and a desire to be the role model she never had as a child, Cara brings both professional expertise and personal purpose to everything she does.

Read below to learn more about Cara Sexton Welsh!

Q: What is your current occupation?

A: I am a business relationship officer (commercial lender) at Redstone Federal Credit Union.

Q: How long have you been on the school board, and what inspired you to join?

A: I've been on the school board for 10 months. This is an appointed position in our district, but a calling from a higher power inspired me to apply.

Q: What excites you most about being a school board member?

A: The opportunity to be the role model I needed as a child.

Q: What’s one key thing you’ve learned since becoming a board member?

A: Lead with grace and humility!

Q: Are there any special initiatives or projects you are particularly proud of accomplishing with your board? Anything you’re looking forward to working on together as a team?

A: I am passionate in helping our administration prepare strategically for our region’s growth and thusly our student body. We are continuing to erect new and rehab old, brick-and-mortar facilities with no signs of slowing down.

Q: What is one piece of advice you would share with an incoming board member?

A: This is a marathon… not a sprint, not a 5K, not a 10K. Patience is a virtue.

Q: What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of your role as a board member?

A: I'm a runner and outdoor enthusiast, from hiking to boating. Do not underestimate Vitamin D. I love to cook and have taken up gardening. My current favorite thing to do is watch my young children excel in sports! I encourage them to try everything and then focus on which one they find the most fulfilling.

Q: Finish the sentence. One thing you should know about me is…

A: I have lived many lives before arriving at this point in my life. If you had told me 10, 20 or 30 years ago where I would be now,  I would have laughed and thought you were crazy. God has a plan for all of us and it is your job to discover what that path is.

Q: What is your favorite inspirational quote or mantra that keeps you motivated?

A: "Everyday is a blessing to learn something new" and "Never forget the Golden Rule"

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