Support local news by joining as a member! Community weighs in on Faraldi's plan, UL receives three-year grant for Bonner program and on-campus initiatives, Bedford County School Board discusses budget, capital projects, For VUL, doctorate programs a 'lifeline' during pandemic, Randolph College's annual SciFest to come next month, Toilet paper identified as major 'forever chemical ' polluter in wastewater, Jury visits crime scene in Murdaugh murder trial, Wave of poison attacks on schoolgirls across Iran is raising alarms, Bakhmut battle intensifies as Russia bears down on Ukrainian city. Three new board members can help the district re-evaluate its priorities and work toward developing a strong governance structure and a positive relationship with the new superintendent, she said. I think were going to work together to get the district back on the right track because I think its been lost a little bit, Shady said. I have not received any money from any organizations nor have I been endorsed by any organizations. I have a deep understanding of the BSD having been a teacher at Memorial for 16 years, and now having children attend the schools. Incumbent Jason Johnson won 2,149 votes, or 45.3%, with the remaining 54.7%, or 2,595 votes, cast for write-in candidates. . We do a good job of that now but we can do better. The school system has more than 200 charters, more than any other district in the nation. Additionally, Bedford must provide research-based curriculum. The Bedford Public Schools Board of Education is responsible for the governance of the School District and are not paid employees of the district. My goal for athletics is no different than academics. Oliver, 39, who led the field of seven contenders in the special preliminary . Nadel is running for the Bedford Board of Education because the academic success of all children became a motivating factor after watching his son navigate the learning process through the pandemic. The Attleboro Board of Election Commissioners said the special election for mayor will be held as scheduled. She looks forward to the recommendations of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee and seeing those implemented. 3. The one incumbent, Schmerelson, defended the districts response. Provisional and mail-in. Through listening and seeing another persons perspective, would help her to work toward making Bedford a cohesive school community, I believe most things have a middle ground and if we all work collaboratively a solution can be found, she said. News Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The proposed North Salem School District budget of $45,914,756, with a 2.11 percent increase over the 2020-21 spending package was APPROVED by a vote of 728 to 233. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Supporters of charters, backed by a relatively small number of wealthy donors, vastly outspent the other side. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. I would like to see the students at the High School have a voice in the decisions being made about and for them. Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Glass holds off Western Albemarle to win Region 4D Championship, An elected school board in Lynchburg? We all are committed to improving educational outcomes. I would like to wish him, and the students, parents, teachers, school employees, and community members well. He understands that some members of the community may take their emergence as a team as them agreeing on issues in lockstep. What is your driving factor in deciding to run for the school board this year? To place an ad call 914-864-0878 or email advertising@theexaminernews.com. I was elected to the School Board three years ago and am running for re-election because the first year I ran for this office the previously presented budget had, indeed, been rejected by the public on town voting day. His eldest daughter graduated from Fox Lane in 2019, his son is on the autism spectrum and receives special education services at the high school and his youngest daughter is in first grade at Pound Ridge Elementary School. The district must continue to provide additional resources and assistance to those that need it, but also ensure there are plenty of enrichment opportunities for those doing well, as well as not forgetting about the kids in the middle. Unofficial Election Results. Full-time in-person instruction must continue for them to stay connected, be supported emotionally and to be properly educated. Board Docs - Agendas, Minutes, Policies; Board Meeting Schedule; . The lack of faith and mistrust in special education needs to be amended, Nadel said. The spending differential in the other race favored Franklin by more than 3 to 1. The district needs to develop a strategic plan that can be executed immediately to increase safety and security for all students, Lowry said. In order to inform BHS seniors, many of whom will be voting for the first time, on their options for the School Board election on March 8, I emailed each of the three candidatesJohn Schneller, Andrea Campbell, and Sean Monroewith a shortlist of questions. Board of Supervisors (District 4) detailed election page. Campaign slogans are wonderful andtil the hard core roll-up-the-sleeves work has to be done. NEW BEDFORD Shawn Oliver, a state prison correctional officer on his first political run, will be the new Ward 3 City Council member, as he topped Carmen Amaral, a science teacher turned school administrator, in a special final election on a rainy, snowy Tuesday. PLEASE NOTE: ABSENTEE BALLOTS WILL NOT BE PRINTED AND MAILED UNTIL AFTER THE CLOSE OF THE CHARTER COMMISSION FILING PERIOD ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2023. Programs such as We Dine Together or Best Buddies can be used so special education students interact regularly with their peers, he said. The district must ensure that special education students receive the services they need, not just what the district has available, Kramer said. Three other candidates split the remainder of the vote. Incumbent Jason Johnson. In the first posted returns for District 3, which covers most of the western San Fernando Valley, union-backed incumbent Scott Schmerelson had a lead over charter-backed Marilyn Koziatek by 54% to 46% of votes cast. In the long term, the district must change the culture of the schools, particularly the middle school and high school, to achieve inclusivity, Kramer said. Wisconsin Rapids School District Board Member Wood and Portage. Thank you for all of your support and for being a proud Kicking Mule!". Copyright 2023 ClickOnDetroit.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. 2023 Town/School ElectionsAbsentee Ballot Request Form. Contact Information | Bedford Town Offices | 24 North Amherst Road | Bedford, NH 03110 | Phone: 603-472-5242 | Contact Us; Home | Site Map | . So its okay that theres change. Welcome to Bedford County, PA 1 Election Results Home Departments Elections Election Results Below is County Election Results. Get our local education coverage delivered directly to your inbox. They would provide stability and practical leadership, Nadel said. Emphasizing and celebrating the differences and the dignity of each student could help prevent this and other offenses from happening again to any student from any walk of life. The district and the board did a good job at identifying the needs, Shady said. You can cancel at any time! BHS Settles It: Goldfish Verses Cheez-Its, Sharpened for Success: The Carefully Calculated Hands-on Approach. City of New Bedford moves to build new North End . Its going to be to try and get her attention, the Lt. Governors attention, and I hope the Attorney General can offer some help here. The spending plan calls for the replacement of at least three school buses. The (district) has plenty of tools in the tool shed, lets use them. Daniels declares victory in Bedford County School Board District 7 race. The role of district governance includes authorizing financial decisions, maintaining district governing policies, and selecting a School Superintendent. My goal as one of five elected members to the School Board, is to make the tough decisions, present an acceptable budget to the taxpayers that will be approved so that we can fund the school year as proposed by the Administration after much public deliberation. Two board of education seats for three-year terms were also on the ballot. Recently, the unions have been more pleased with his positions. Gilian Goldman Klein. Official Results Absentee ballots may be accepted until noon on November 5th. We need that kind of information, looking at the data, understanding how to look at the data and you can understand where there are issues, so you can figure out how to improve them.. Now hes under review. Moreover, under recently passed state laws, local school boards have more authority to reject applications for new charters and to deny renewal of existing ones. Election Information Election Information Town and School Elections Tuesday, March 14, 2023 Bedford High School Gymnasium 7 am - 7pm Budgetary Town Meeting Wednesday, March 15, 2023 Bedford High School Theater - 7pm 2023 Town/School Elections Absentee Ballot Request Form We need more of these types of programs, then the culture can start to change, Kramer said. Nathan Nickle. 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Developing a preemptive plan learning from mistakes and successes with COVID should be developed. She said many of the students have been denied a free and appropriate public education. As a global public health professional, Lowry has a strong background in community engagement, program development and data-driven decision-making. The Dual Language Bilingual Education program is one of the districts key strengths, Lowry said. The student doesnt feel isolated or out of place, and transitioning from a special needs program into a bigger high school, having a buddy is going to bring an extra level of comfort and safety for them.. Learn more here. Who Would Your Teacher be if They Werent a Teacher? Theres always safety in numbers when you have somebody you can trust, Shady said. We have no to time to waste in making change. Thats what always happens., Risk factors for developing heart disease are known to most of us. 800.08 KB. County officials have made it easier for elementary schools to reopen for their youngest students under waivers, dropping a requirement to show union support. School board Districts 1, 5, 6 and 7 will be up for general election in 2023 for a full term of four years, Kirby said. Below is the statement regarding board member election: "The 7 Members of the Bedford Public Schools Board of Education are elected by the School Districts local constituents. Bedford Calvin Dowty Jr., 71, of Beaufort, died Sunday, February 26, 2023, at Carolina East Medical Center. Zoning Map, 2018. As with everything else in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic affected both the campaign and campaign issues. Incumbents Beth Staropoli, Jessica Cambareri and President John Boucher all declined to run for re-election. Report an error or ask a question, The Virginia Public Access Project is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation. Being able to help children handle change in their lives would be a great quality for them to acquire. The district did as well as it could during the height of the pandemic, Nadel said, but there has been significant learning loss and an emotional health crisis as a result of the loss of person-to-person interaction. new city council members, new school board trustees, and dozens of propositions. As parents and community members with a vested interest in the success of our children and our schools, there is more that unites than divides us, Lowry said. The final election results will not be certified until early next week, according to Bedford County registrar Barbara Gunter. I wholeheartedly support the mask-optional outcome and hope we remain as such for the remaining semester and years to come. The Bedford Community is an amazing place and I fully support any effort to continue to grow! That experience under my leadership led to joint projects such as paving of what has affectionately been called the Dirt Lot (no longer) and dramatically increased parking availability for students in the High School as a whole. Returning to elected office after a short hiatus, Mark Siegenthaler is the new Town Moderator; Shawn Hanegan moved to the Select Board from his seat on the Planning Board; Zoning Board of Appeals member Todd Crowley will join the Planning Board. With a record turnout of nearly 3,000 voters who braved cold weather, wind, and snow showers, Bedford's 2022 town election resulted in several changes. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, March 9th at First Methodist . To encourage more unity and acceptance, the district should have more collaborative events, such as the Elementary School Bike Run that includes all five elementary schools. A school district with (a) $148 million budget should not rank lower than peers with the same or lower average cost per student, said Nadel, who has 15 years of executive management experience in business operations, with expertise in finance, budget allocation, profit and loss, vendor management and project development related to sustainability. We moved to Bedford specifically for the schools when my son was in first grade. The project calls for four unisex restrooms and other improvements to Tompkins Field. She also thought that while some people may view the looming changes in the administration and board as a time of upheaval, Shady looks at it as an exciting time that can infuse the district with fresh ideas. And thus, measurement is very important. Election Results Welcome to the Town of Bedford Election Results page. We should continue to support our programs as recommended by our Athletic Department Director of the Year so that students have the broadest possible exposure to and opportunity to excel at athletics in our schools including our most recent varsity sport addition, Boys and Girls Crew that includes fully 20% of students who participate in sports. Or title (Mr., Mrs., etc.). Gilian Goldman-Klein I asked each of them the same questions and below are their responses exactly as sent to me by the candidates. Make sure to vote! What we need right now is a board that can support our schools with common sense and measured decision making. An Asheboro, North Carolina native, Cross joined The News & Advance team in January 2020 after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in journalism. Social-emotional support is best delivered by trained counselors and the district has some of the best, Goldman-Klein said. Those parents must be assured that every student matters. There was a problem saving your notification. Instead, the union has emphasized calling voters, which the pro-charter side has done as well. Richmond, VA 23219, Contact Us No other candidate has ANY budgetary experience including large capital expenditures such as a roof replacement for the High School. Do you feel that this benefits or hinders your understanding of the Bedford School District and/or your involvement? Also, by focusing on academic outcomes we as a board can address achievement issues within this student population, Nadel said. The crisis has also highlighted the problems within the districts special education system and how many parents of special education students have felt their childrens needs have not been met. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. I have dedicated my whole career to serving public education, 16 years in Bedford. With three key central administration positions changing in addition to the new board members, the board must work with the new superintendent to form a big-picture vision for Bedford, a process that must include all stakeholders, Goldman-Klein said. Kramer described the districts efforts in creating an overall welcoming environment for students of all ethnic backgrounds as historically excellent. There is also a diverse staff of teachers, providing many opportunities for kids to see themselves. This happens by retaining and attracting highly qualified educators and administrators. Presenting a budget that is not acceptable to the taxpaying public will result in the rejection of the proposed budget and automatic adoption of the default budget. Teachers did a commendable job educating students through the height of the pandemic. I was an advocate for aligning our curriculum with educational science before the pandemic but now with increased learning gaps the need is magnified, Goldman-Klein said. My professional experience and entrepreneurial spirit fit perfectly with a board that needs to be forwarded thinking, innovative in its approach and fiscally responsible, but creative, when budgeting, Kramer said. Before she joined the team in 2018 she worked at WILX in Lansing as a digital producer. Amaral, 270 Caroline St., is an educator and longtime New Bedford resident who has lived in Ward 3 for the last 10 years. SCHOOL BOARD INFORMATION The Bedford County School Board will have a Special Called Meeting/Work Session on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the School Administration Office conference room located at 311 South Bridge Street, B edford, VA 24523. Putnam Valley Health Dept. You have permission to edit this article. Future work should focus on the elementary schools. Having children in the district is a driving force behind running for school board. The petition alleges that Bruning, amplifies racist, misogynistic, dangerous and hateful rhetoric.. With no candidates listed on the ballot for the District 3 school board seat representing the Huddleston area and the southeastern region of the county the winner will be chosen from the 4,029 votes for write-in candidates. Communication must be consistent and information from the district must be presented clearly by establishing processes and procedures. There is a current lack of accountability and leadership in the district that has caused some public discontent, said Nadel, an ex-Marine. Presidential results by legislative . In the past, school board elections were settled in low-turnout municipal elections. One of the best ways to evaluate ourselves is to see how we stack up against the academic competition. We can no longer ignore the scores, make excuses and do nothing, Kramer said. Long-standing problems include serious financial strains and ongoing contention over how best to serve low-income Black and Latino students who are lagging academically and will have additional academic ground to make up when campuses ultimately reopen. The Wednesday morning tally in two crucial Los Angeles Board of Education contests showed a charter-school backed candidate leading in one race and a teachers union-backed candidate leading in another. The change can be a positive as long as the seven board members who will serve for 2022-23 are united in wanting to help the schools improve, Shady said. Most charters are nonunion. The winning candidates are: Voters were also asked to vote on a second proposition regarding funding for a $6.9 million athletic fields improvement project. 1209 E. Cary Street, Suite 200 At stake was whether a board majority would consist of trustees helped into office by one faction or the other, something that will matter as privately operated charters compete with district-operated schools for a declining number of public school students. To address the increasing diversity of Bedford schools, the district has implemented successful programs in recent years to educate English language learners. For additional election results please contact the Election Office at (814) 623-4807. This year the district started rolling out the RULER curriculum as a social-emotional learning plan required by New York State. Its really exciting to cast your vote for the first time! . Vote-by-Mail Votes: Partially Reported. School Board (District 2) detailed election page. Kayla is a Web Producer for ClickOnDetroit. The district should be making well-informed decisions regarding curriculum to improve student learning outcomes at all levels, Goldman-Klein said. So much of the schools infrastructure needs to be upgraded and the buildings must be more comfortable for students to learn properly. Schmerelson finished first in the March primary, with 42% of the vote, but was at risk because of the money being spent against him and the possibility that dissatisfied voters would unite behind the one remaining challenger in the Tuesday runoff. As of 10:20 p.m. on Friday, more than 5,700 people had signed the petition. My motion and swing vote for the Superintendents reopening plan ensured that our schools opened on time and have and will remain open under extremely difficult circumstances. Daniels was appointed following the resignation of previous District 7 school board representative Martin Leamy. There is nothing in the law that provides procedures for a school board itself, or any employee of the school board, to remove a board member. Official election results for past elections can be found here . We need to explore and follow up on these recommendations. He pointed to the failure of math and English language scores to improve and declining graduation rates to highlight that the status quo for the district is unacceptable. Refresh this post. The implementation of RULER, an evidence-based approach to social and emotional learning, can help students learn how to use their emotions wisely, which has been shown to improve student engagement and academic performance, cause less stress and anxiety and enhance decision-making, she said. Howard Blume covers education for the Los Angeles Times. One-term incumbent Nick Melvoin appears to have been reelected to the Los Angeles Board of Education, but school board President Kelly Gonez . The winners of these were: There was one additional proposition on the ballot this year: The proposition to purchase new school buses was APPROVED. District 1:. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). 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