The district ranks in the top 4 percent of all high schools in the U.S. and her family moved to Moraga from Texas six years ago; shes been very involved in her kids education since her arrival. McVeigh said the community has gone so big-tech heavy, which she said was a real injustice. She said the economics behind big tech have supported an authoritarian communist nation, referring to China. Sitemap. They can donate food directly at one of the pop-up food drives at participating grocery stores, or they can donate online at give.foodbankccs.org/PHCSD2020. They are elected at-large by the registered voters of the district. She and her husband Charles have four children, two have graduated from Miramonte, one is currently a senior there and one is a sophomore at Campolindo. The only parent to participate in Campolindos initial training for restorative justice along with students, educators, and administrators. As a volunteer school legislative representative for many years, I gained significant knowledge of education legislation and school funding and have worked with all of the schools and partner districts in the Acalanes Union High School District (AUHSD) attendance area. I'm interested in running for this office, Contra Costa County - Elections, 555 Escobar St, Martinez, CA, 94553, US. The forum can be watched live on LWVDV YouTube channel. Currently, she is on the Stanley Middle School PTA board as VP of Legislation. He noted he was not entirely supportive of the way the task force has been structured or the framing of the anti-racist resolution, saying there were missed opportunities on a variety of points.. Candidates discuss learning amid prolonged pandemic. Join the webinar live at 7 p.m. Oct. 1 for introductory remarks by each of four of the Lafayette City Council candidates (Gina Dawson, Carl Anduri, Cameron Burks and Farschad Farzan), followed by a Q-&-A session with the audience. Acalanes Union High School District (AUHSD) Governing Board Candidate Forum Wednesday, Oct 12 at 7pm Del Valle Education Center, Rm 401 Moderated by the League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley Clickhereforfullflyer Register for Event: AUHSD Governing Board Candidate Forum Make sure to copy Registration number after successful submission. Three individuals, including two incumbents, filed as candidates for three open positions on the Acalanes Union High School District Governing Board. On Oct. 10, the community will be asked to donate food to support the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano. These are learning opportunities. Small businesses in Antioch affected by the pandemic shutdown can now apply for grants of up to $5,000 under a new COVID-19 small business grant program. And, of those four, not one knew. Click on the name of the candidate to view their statement and photograph: was appointed to the governing board last September. In the current school year, the district is expecting 4,844 students across its five schools. I think were doing the work, but I think we could be doing better than were doing, he said. Delta Gallery is open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 1 to 5 p.m. at 2485 Sand Creek Road, Suite 128. Heidi Hernandez Gatty, Walnut Creek School District Governing Board. Volunteers are also needed to help at the Community Service Day donation sites. After a sustained period of increasing enrollment, the Tamalpais district is now projecting enrollment will decline over the next several years. McVeigh noted that Marin is one of the most artistic communities in the country, adding that its home to musicians Narada Michael Walden, Carlos Santana and Joan Baez and that there are diverse cultural artists in the Canal (district of San Rafael) who are phenomenal. She suggested collaborating with the countys artistic community to fundraise for the schools. Hillary Weiner, Vice President, Orinda Union School District Governing Board If re-elected, Sturm aims to further advance his goals for higher standards of academics, mental wellness, and inclusion for District students. As a city, we want to do everything possible to support our business community, as they are the heart of the economy, said Kwame Reed, Antiochs economic development director. Highlights of the exhibit can also be seen online at deltagallery.com/online-gallery. I got to witness how the media can propagandize and how the government can put fear into you when youre actually doing something that is very important, she said. The Pima County School Superintendent's Office and may not be used without consent. "Notably, Jennifer has been endorsed by every mayor and many city council members in all of our local communities Moraga, Orinda, Lafayette and Walnut Creek. Performing Arts Boosters. // For the upcoming Governing Board election on Nov. 8, members of the Lafayette School District (LAFSD) will vote to fill the Districts three open Board seats in a race of six candidates. It will be up to voters in Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, and Walnut Creek to decide who will win the non-paid, non-partisan four-year positions. Tamalpais Union High School District board: Candidates talk equity, pandemic, budget at forum, 2022 The Ark, AMMI Publishing Co. Inc. | 1550 Tiburon Blvd. The four newcomers in the field are Renee Marcelle, Barbara McVeigh, Damian Morgan and Emily Uhlhorn. Governing Board Member; Acalanes Union High School District Voter Information. Phyllis Bursh Board Member Montgomery Township School District. Sarah Lind is on the ballot for the election, and is a Lafayette parent as well as proud business owner. 2022 Governing Board Candidate Statements Pursuant to ARS 15-421 (F), each candidate whose name has been certified to appear on the election ballot/write-in list may submit a statement not to exceed 500 words and a recent photograph. Please join us for a virtual forum to meet the candidates for the Acalanes Union High School District Governing Board! The boxes will be operational as of Oct. 5 and will remain available 24 hours a day, every day until 8 p.m. Nov. 3, Election Day. He says he loved teaching and the opportunity to impact young peoples lives; hes a big believer in public education, enjoys reading and jogs every day. In addition to choosing our next president, there are 12 propositions on the ballot, among them issues such as ending the ban on affirmative action, restoring the right to vote to people on parole and changing how some commercial property is taxed. In the midst of social unrest and a. Space is limited, and preregistration is required for all classes. She also said it was important the district collaborate with its feeder districts on equity and inclusion work. I believe education is the foundation of a healthy community. You can also sign up for notification when your ballot is mailed received and counted. The collection includes a colorful variety of original paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, glass creations and textiles created by Art Guild of the Delta Collective artists. All contributions are deductible to the extent allowed by law. They are elected at-large by the registered voters of the district. More people are going hungry every day due to the economic impact of COVID-19, and requests for food have increased by 50% this year, says Neil Zarchin of the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano. CASA GRANDE Voters had an opportunity to size up all of the candidates running for Casa Grande Union High School District Governing Board during an online forum broadcast from the Kramer Media offices on Thursday evening. Beginning Nov. 3, children in first through eighth grades can enhance their communication and academic skills with Confident Public Speaking, Confident Debate, Academic Writing and Academic Math classes. The chamber supports Measure X, Contra Costa Countys half-cent, 20-year sales tax on the Nov. 3 ballot thats expected to generate $81 million a year to fund firefighters, medical services, prevention of homelessness and maintenance of a viable social safety net. Creating strategic vision that builds on the already cutting-edge foundation of the current systems in place. Five citizens are elected to serve overlapping terms of four years each. have had a current Antioch business license for one year before Jan. 1, 2020; and demonstrate they were unable to operate due to the shelter-in-place orders or that their most recent quarters sales were down more than 25% from the previous quarter or the same quarter last year. Five citizens are elected to serve overlapping terms of four years each. She currently serves on the Joint Legislative Advisory Committee, a countywide committee of superintendents and elected school-board members who advocate on behalf of public-school students, and also headed the Mill Valley districts successful 2016 campaign to renew its parcel tax. She has a background in education, with a doctorate in curriculum from the University of Houston. Uhlhorn also pointed to the districts summer-school effort and noted the district has worked to expand its AVID program, which is dedicated to preparing all students for college and other postsecondary opportunities, and hired more instructional coaches. For over 20 years, my career as a mental health professional has focused on building wellness in communities through effective policy, programs, and collaboration. Cindy Darling, Walnut Creek City Council. Saavedra said following public-health guidelines served the district well, noting we are lucky to live in a community that believes in science.. Foreman has an extensive background in local school organizations, having served on the Lafayette Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) board as a Vice President (VP) of legislation, President, and Parliamentarian. In brief: Lafayette Library book shop reopening for curbside service Rep. DeSaulnier bill to let Isabel Bueso stay in U.S. advances 10 (2 seats), Catalina Foothills Unified School District No. The more we work together to address these issues with a focus on eliminating the achievement gap, the better, she said. Incumbents Kevin Saavedra and Cynthia Roenisch are . Ballotpedia covers public school districts in the 100 largest cities in America by population, as well as the 200 largest public school districts by student enrollment. For the Nov. 3 election there will be 37 outdoor ballot drop boxes available in Contra Costa County 24 hours a day, every day. Roberts is known for her bold color, dynamic design and inventive, slightly quirky style. My developmental and mental health expertise will be of value to support ongoing best-practice education. I will strive to understand the impact of every decision, so student development is maximized and they can be creative thinkers and problem-solvers who are prepared to become responsible, ethical, and productive citizens, Lind said on her shared campaign website. Face masks and social distancing are required throughout the gallery to assure a safe experience for everyone. Click here to see the 2023-24 Governing Board Meeting Calendar (one-page downloadable PDF), Click here to see the 2022-23 Governing Board Meeting Calendar (one-page downloadable PDF), August 17, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, September 7, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, September 21, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, October 19, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, November 2, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, November 16, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, December 14, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, August 4, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, September 1, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, September 22, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, October 6, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, October 20, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, November 3, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, November 17, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, December 8, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, December 15, 2021: Agenda | Video Recording, January 12, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, February 2, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, February 16, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, March 16, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, April 20, 2022: Agenda | Video Recording, May 18, 2022: AUHSD Retiree Recognition Meeting, Click here to see the 2021-22 Governing Board Meeting Calendar (PDF), Address 1212 Pleasant Hill Rd, Lafayette, Ca 94549. The gallery is also featuring Joyful Color, local landscapes by plein air painter Nancy Roberts. I believe that public education is the cornerstone of our democracy. Roenisch said curriculum needs to be engaging and culturally responsive so students can see connections between what theyre getting in the classroom and the experiences theyre having in the real world. She noted the district does have several programs, including the Team and Pathway programs, that are more directly related to job pursuits and that the district recently brought back its teacher leader program, in which teachers are focusing on reviewing curriculum and addressing the issue of relevance. The World Health Organization was among the numerous academic and public-health groups that called the strategy harmful and said it lacked scientific basis. The Acalanes Union High School District's Governing Board functions as the legislative body of the district and establishes policies and goals by which the school district is operated. Watching over 5,416 students in grades 9-12 at Acalanes, Campolindo, Las Lomas, and Miramonte high schools, along with the adult education and alternative schools, isnt easy. Residents can help in a number of ways, such as coordinating a food drive, using bags and flyers provided by the food bank and bringing the food to Pleasant Hill Park on Community Service Day. She also said theres a new career program being rolled out that will be open to students countywide and housed at Terra Linda High School in San Rafael and noted its important for the county Office of Education and school districts to work together on initiatives like that. As a parent, one of Smiths main priorities is to expand communications between the parent community and the Governing Board. For the past two years, shes served on the Tam districts racial-justice task force, which is composed of 100 people, and has been conducting an audit of all the districts courses to include anti-racist content, developing specific policies to amplify the districts anti-discrimination policy and purchasing training resources that support implementing anti-racist practices. Equity issues have been at the forefront of many district discussions over the past couple of years, during which time it renamed Sir Francis Drake High as Archie Williams High to disassociate the school with the British explorers history of slave trading and honor to Williams, a former math teacher at the school who was also a gold medalist in the 1936 Summer Olympics in Nazi Germany, a flight instructor with the Tuskegee Airmen and one of the first Black meteorologists. I am running for the AUHSD Governing Board because of my passion for academic excellence and creating environments for all students to thrive. Acalanes Union High School District - No Election. Ive seen Lafayette do a really good job at least for our students, for my students. Each box can hold thousands of ballots, which will be sealed in secure containers during transport. The program via Zoom is free and open to the public. Walnut Creek chamber gives election endorsements, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), ACE train service cancelled after more mudslides at Niles Canyon, In brief: Walnut Creek chamber gives election endorsements, In brief: Antioch offers grants to businesses hurt by pandemic, Rep. DeSaulnier bill to let Isabel Bueso stay in U.S. advances, In brief: Lafayette Library book shop reopening for curbside service. I will engage parents through multiple channels of communication to guarantee the best possible understanding of what needs to be prioritized in our schools. What were lacking in is showing (students) and valuing (students) for other kinds of work besides technology, she said. Beginning Oct. 14, children ages 6 to 12 can learn to draw with Elementary Art from Young Rembrandts. Five citizens are elected to serve overlapping terms of four years each. Candidates give takes on district budget, curriculum. Local News | Due to the pandemic, the board of the Lafayette Homeowners Council (LHC) will hold this years annual candidates nights as webinars. One of the candidates on the Lafayette slate, retired police officers Robb McSorley, has previously sounded off on Twitter about his disdain for trans athletes competing against others of their gender, and he railed against mask wearing (of course) back in May 2020. Dave Smith (Appointed LAFSD Governing Board Member): After being appointed to join the LAFSD Governing Board in June 2021, Smith seeks to be formally elected into the Board. Candidate List This application displays the list of candidates who have filed for Office. Calling Proposition 15 a draconian tax shift that will land squarely on Walnut Creek small businesses and nonprofit groups, the WCCC recommends voting no on it. Audience members can view, listen and ask questions at the website above during both events. We need to all be speaking the same language, doing the same work and coming together around how we make absolutely every student and every family feel welcome in the community, she said. She said she was very seriously invested in curbing the influences that are invading our schools for reasons other than improving educational outcomes., My goal is to stay focused on academics and not ideology, she said. She has also been endorsed by school board members in every local district. She was also the treasurer of the AUHSD Measure A parcel tax campaign for the May, 2014 election. I am just a Dad who wanted to help my community and provide another perspective on how to improve our public schools. Occupation: Finance / Technology Executive Renee Nowac 10390 . Additionally, our schools need to shape the leaders of today and tomorrow by teaching skills that cultivate kindness and mental wellness, equipping bridge builders with curiosity and empathy, and inspiring a culture of inclusion and belonging, Smith said on his campaign website. Click here for full flyer. Her board service credits include Town Hall Theatre Company and Miramonte High School, and she is a special education parent representative for the Moraga School District. 8 (2 seats), Marana Unified School District No. General election for Glendale Union High School District Governing Board (2 seats) Incumbent Patty Kennedy and Natalie Veidmark defeated Paul Ulan in the general election for Glendale Union High School District Governing Board on November 8, 2022. 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