What an opportunity! On Friday, I got the chance to meet Governor Doyle and State Superintendant Tony Evers during their visit to Glacial Drumlin School. Both men discussed how Wisconsin is planning an application to the Federal Program Race to the Top - the Monona Grove School District alone stands to gain nearly $200,000 if the state is successful. 97% of Wisconsin schools have joined the Governor in approving this application.
After the press conference, I got the opportunity to talk more with Tony Evers on the role of parents during the application process. He discussed his thoughts on a survey to get the input of parents and what they think is important for their kids' education.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Getting Back to Basics and Bridging our Communities
The Monona Grove School District has tough choices to make. Budget cuts face us not only this year, but most likely next year as well. Now is the time for this District to have a Board that can come together respectfully and selfelessly to do what is best for our District as a whole. I believe that I can offer that quality to the Board.
As a member of the Ad Hoc Committee to Study Grade Configuration I was give the unique opportunity to explore the intricacies of how our District operates. As a substitute teacher for the past 2 years, I am able to see on a daily basis the hard work and dedication of our teachers, staff and administrators. As the current Cottage Grove PTO President, I am able to see the passion and generosity of our parent volunteers who work tirelessly for the benefit of the children of this District. As a business owner, I know that my experience with budgeting and management will be an asset. I believe that all of this experience would be put to good use on our School Board.
As a parent of a 12 year old daughter and a 9 year old son, it is vital to me that their excellent education continues, not only for them, but for all the children of our District. With hard work and determination, we can make that happen. We all have a common goal - excellence in our schools. If I am elected, that will be my top priority.
As a member of the Ad Hoc Committee to Study Grade Configuration I was give the unique opportunity to explore the intricacies of how our District operates. As a substitute teacher for the past 2 years, I am able to see on a daily basis the hard work and dedication of our teachers, staff and administrators. As the current Cottage Grove PTO President, I am able to see the passion and generosity of our parent volunteers who work tirelessly for the benefit of the children of this District. As a business owner, I know that my experience with budgeting and management will be an asset. I believe that all of this experience would be put to good use on our School Board.
As a parent of a 12 year old daughter and a 9 year old son, it is vital to me that their excellent education continues, not only for them, but for all the children of our District. With hard work and determination, we can make that happen. We all have a common goal - excellence in our schools. If I am elected, that will be my top priority.
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