Sheila A. Lyman Submitted photo

Party affiliation:

Republican

Social media accounts
Facebook, Re-elect Sheila Lyman for Maine House

Occupation:
Teacher for 36 years

Education:
Bachelor of Science in Education

Community Organizations:
Tri-town community forum facilitator; chair of school district leadership committee; district and state local assessment and integrated curriculum tasks; team leader for district wide grade level work; 4-H leader; served as school board member; annual fly-in for community participation.

Personal information (hobbies, etc.):
Eighth generation of farming family, outdoor enthusiast, equitation, member of Bowman Field Flying Club, three-time nominee for State of Maine’s Teacher of the Year, recipient of Patience Norman Prize for Teacher Excellence

Family status:
Married, one daughter

Years in the Legislature:

Two

Committee assignments (if elected):
Education and Cultural Affairs Committee

Q&A

Define what “success” would look like if you are elected to serve your district.
– Parents voices need to be heard and respected concerning their children’s education;
– Continued development and encouragement of technical, vocational and career programs;
– A reduction in electrical rates;
– Lower taxes so Mainers can keep more of their paychecks, especially with the rising cost of living;
– Finding a way to help those in need heat their homes;
– Assuring people can receive medical assistance in affordable and timely ways;
– Support business development;
– Lowering of energy and heating costs;
– Protection of civil and constitutional liberties;
– Support to aid in the growth and creation of small, local businesses; and
– Preserve Maine’s outdoor heritage and traditions

Characterize your view on public access to governmental business.
Maine’s government is by the people and for the people. Absolutely, the public should have access to governmental business. People are elected by their communities to serve and represent their needs during governmental work and decision making. The citizens of our state have the right to be fully informed about governmental business and the decision-making process used by elected officials.