About Jan
My name is Jan Collins and I am running for the state senate. I am a blueberry farmer, retired high school science teacher (chemistry, physics, Earth science, Biology and whatever else I was asked to do). I am a certified respiratory therapist, a Maine Master Naturalist, and a grandmother. I have served on the boards of land trusts and comprehensive plan committees in two different towns, on conservation commissions, and with various service organizations. I currently volunteer with Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife doing bat surveys.
I was born in and have lived here in Maine my entire life graduating from Mt. Blue HS, I hold several degrees, have published a book on nature walks in southern Maine, and thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail twice. I am passionate about rural Maine. I honor the community spirit that I have seen in every town I have visited in this district. I believe everyone has value, that we are stronger as a community, a state, and a nation when we honor the contribution of each person and we support each other.
I believe it is time for change in Augusta and I believe I have the skills, knowledge and personal attributes to get the job done in a competent and respectful manner.
I believe it is time for change in Augusta and I believe I have the skills, knowledge and personal attributes to get the job done in a competent and respectful manner.
Jan is a resident of Wilton and a lifelong resident of Maine.
Experience in education -
- 25 years as a public school teacher in high school science and special education.
- Served on curriculum committees and mentored student organizations.
- Lifetime member of the Nature Conservancy and Maine Appalachian Trail Club.
- Board member of the Foothills Land Conservancy (7 years). ME
- Audubon Vernal Pool monitor (4 years)
- Bat ME volunteer (2 years).
- Maine Master Naturalist.
- Certified respiratory therapist and Affordable Care Act consumer.
- Maine Prisoner Advocacy Coalition assistant coordinator.
- Wilton Comprehensive Plan Committee 2007-09.
- Community Health Educator – Tri-County Family Planning 1980-1982.
- Nutrition Aide (WIC) 1983-1985.
- Lifelong supporter of family planning in Maine and NE.
- Graduate of Mt Blue High School
- BA from RIT
- BS from UMF
- MEd from USM, and AS from KVCC.
Authorized by the Jan Collins for Senate campaign. Irving Faunce treasurer.