Im not sure what this would look like, but its something for us to discuss and consider as we look to move forward. You have permission to edit this article. Early In-Person Votes: Complete. To address the increasing diversity of Bedford schools, the district has implemented successful programs in recent years to educate English language learners. You have permission to edit this article. Since this will be the first election that many students are voting in, is there a message you would like to share specifically with high schoolers about your goals for the schools and how they will impact students? 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. (WLNE) Cathleen DeSimone received the most votes for mayor of Attleboro Tuesday night. It provides me with the opportunity to know the teachers, curriculum, and all that Bedford has to offer. Lowry supports the upcoming bond package, which addresses the most important and appropriate priorities in the schools. It will be important to continue to invest and support these types of methods to address emotional and mental health needs, Lowry said. Here are the results in Bedford. The unofficial results are in. Richmond, VA 23219, Contact Us The Board President and the Superintendent are the only designated spokespersons for the Board. Gilian Goldman-Klein 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. Supporters of charters, backed by a relatively small number of wealthy donors, vastly outspent the other side. School officials said the tax levy will now increase by 1.26 percent. I felt fairly confident going into yesterday, but you never know., He thanked his supporters for their contributions to his campaign, and said even though many are congratulating him individually, this is their victory, too., Were here to try to make sure that we can be a voice for every person, every student, every teacher here in Bedford County, and our job is to try to make everything better, for everyone here, Daniels said. Wednesday, January 25 - Friday, February 3, 2023 at 5pm. The process also gave her the chance to connect actively with her community, which she counted as a highlight. 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. The Attleboro Board of Election Commissioners said the special election for mayor will be held as scheduled. The Board Members terms are established by statute, and neither the Board nor the Superintendent has the authority to remove a Board Member from the Board of Education. Election Results Welcome to the Town of Bedford Election Results page. As the father of a student on the autism spectrum, Kramer said his familys experiences with teachers, aides, specialists and support staff has been positive. Click on the graphic to the left to view the "Bedford Township 2016 Election Central Facebook Page" where residents are discussing the ballot issues and the candidates for the Primary and General Election.. Quick Links: May 2009 Election info prior to 2009 March 8, 2016 Presidential Primary & Ballot Issue Procedures to run for public office August 2, 2016 Primary Election Running for . Gilian Goldman Klein. Strong communication amongst the board and the new superintendent is crucial in creating a welcoming environment. With most votes counted in the special election for Bedford County's District 7 seat on the school board, incumbent Christopher Daniels declared victory Wednesday. Franklin would replace longtime incumbent and current board President Richard Vladovic, who was barred from seeking reelection by term limits. All rights reserved. The state will no longer impose mask requirements on our students. Five candidates, Gilian Goldman-Klein, Chris Kramer, Blakeley Lowry, Roger Nadel and Amal Shady, are on the ballot this year. Help Support The Mount Kisco Food Pantry And The Environment, TSA PreCheck Enrollment Coming To Westchester County Airport For Limited Time, Committee on Race, Equity And Inclusion: New Castle Meetings This Week, Town-by-Town Snowfall Totals In The Lower HV: National Weather Service, Chappaqua-Mount Kisco Area Real Estate Roundup, Savory Saturdays: Ibiza Kitchen's Mouthwatering Modern Spanish Cuisine. Theres always safety in numbers when you have somebody you can trust, Shady said. One of the best ways to evaluate ourselves is to see how we stack up against the academic competition. Tennessee Election Results Results | County Reports November 8, 2022 Election Results Note: Results and reporting statistics are submitted by county election commissions to the Tennessee Coordinator of Elections, Mark Goins. Thats why a split election day decision of the two races creates a new political dynamic, with the 4-3 split favoring candidates brought to office with dominant financial support from charter advocates. Were very positive, very optimistic, she said. Nathan Nickle. In District 7, which stretches from South L.A. to the Harbor area, charter-backed Tanya Ortiz Franklin was in front of union-backed Patricia Castellanos by a tally of 58% to 42%. Developing a preemptive plan learning from mistakes and successes with COVID should be developed. Election Results Your Vote Virginia 2022 Virginia General Election Latest results received on 11/21/2022 at 08:47 AM US Congress District 5 Reporting 99% US Congress District 6 Reporting 99%. Who Would Your Teacher be if They Werent a Teacher? I hope you will join me! I mean, its not like a school board position is a high paying job or anything else like that.. The Dual Language Bilingual Education program is one of the districts key strengths, Lowry said. Contest Group School Issues School Issues. Its really exciting to cast your vote for the first time! Wisconsin Results Map; National Results Map; February 2023 Election. Oliver, 39, who led the field of seven contenders in the special preliminary . I believe such donations compromise ones ability to appropriately represent the taxpayers of the community who provide the actual funding for our families and their children who attend Bedford Schools. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. 168. Randolph College announced its annual SciFest will take place the last weekend of March. That should also be used for any student that feels isolated or alone. To accomplish that, the district must measure our performance relative to historical testing results as well as relative to abutting, regional, super-regional and national schools; the latter is of least consequence but important none-the-less. Below is the statement regarding board member election: "The 7 Members of the Bedford Public Schools Board of Education are elected by the School District's local constituents. Prioritizing inclusive and equitable practices leads to better results in reducing disparities in literacy, academic achievement and graduation rates. 503.86 KB. Presidential results by legislative . She said many of the students have been denied a free and appropriate public education. Bedford County. 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. Helping kids to work through and manage their emotions is important, but ultimately, we need to see what results are being produced by the professional development and curriculum associated with RULER to make sure it is showing positive benefits and truly improving student well-being and outcomes, Kramers said. Two board of education seats for three-year terms were also on the ballot. 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. This ramping effect will promulgate an environment that challenges students across the learning spectrum. We moved to Bedford specifically for the schools when my son was in first grade. There was a problem saving your notification. The Board of Education should be directing the superintendent to look at curriculum and professional development and figure out ways to help our great teachers provide better outcomes for our children.. Results from Tuesdays elections are unofficial and will be certified on Nov. 15. Get up to speed with our Essential California newsletter, sent six days a week. It is difficult to compare our district to neighboring districts because we have a very racially, ethnically and economically diverse student population, Lowry said. Los Angeles Board of Education candidates, from left, Tanya Ortiz Franklin, Patricia Castellanos, Scott Schmerelson and Marilyn Koziatek. The Bedford Community is an amazing place and I fully support any effort to continue to grow! My intention is to provide a comprehensive overview of each candidates goals so that voters can be informed before making their decision. The pandemic has been difficult for everyone, causing social emotional, academic learning loss and isolation from students peers and teachers, Goldman-Klein said. The School Board affects policies surrounding COVID, oversees the budget process, has a say in book challenges, and is involved in many other processes that directly impact students. Here's what the voters decided in the 2021 Bedford Central School District, Katonah-Lewisboro School District and North Salem School District budget elections. And thus, measurement is very important. As of 10:20 p.m. on Friday, more than 5,700 people had signed the petition. He teaches tap dancing and has two superior daughters. Daniels, a businessman with two children at Jefferson Forest High School, was endorsed by the Bedford County GOP. High cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and of course smoking may enhance the risk of heart disease, beginning at a very young age Read More. I am the only school board member and candidate with this experience. I would like to express my deep gratitude to all who supported my campaign, Whitehurst said. Section 1107 of the Revised School Code states that the Governor may remove a school board member. Bedford Public School Board members only speak on behalf of the District through formal action at public School Board meetings. The kids that need the most help, are they the kids from the most underprivileged areas? Shady said. Has your campaign raised any money from organizations in NH or from elsewhere? I have two High School aged children. Make sure to vote! 800.08 KB. Especially the most vulnerable, Nadel said. BEDFORD, NY The $129,072,250 spending plan for 2017-18 was overwhelmingly approved. Nadel said the Marines used After Action Reports to determine what went right and right, a process that provided transformative results. 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. Jason Johnson (left) and Matthew Holbrook (right). With nearly 2,600 write-in votes cast in the race for the District 2 seat on the Bedford County School Board, Tuesday nights results are too close to name a winner. we must allocate the resources correctly and efficiently so the teachers and staff we have the best and the brightest can do the work they are tasked to do. He believes his 30 years of experience running two small business and his background in management, strategic planning, marketing and curriculum development expertise would benefit the district. The district includes Liberty High School and the Goode area. The proposition was APPROVED. You may click on the links below to view the Official Election Results. The result was painful cuts including and unacceptably, teachers. The decisions the school board makes have a direct impact on the teachers and students. Bedford School Board - District 1 (Ringgold County votes only) Nick Gray. The district must ensure that special education students receive the services they need, not just what the district has available, Kramer said. I voted to support (fund) the Science National Honor Society co-curricular organization in school so that our more advanced and science-loving scholars can be recognized as National Science Scholars in the same way we honor students in the broader National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Mathematics National Honor Society and multiple other areas of national scholarship recognition. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Enjoy unlimited articles at one of our lowest prices ever. Thats what always happens., Risk factors for developing heart disease are known to most of us. Public pressure stopped the search for a new director, and if elected, Kramer pledged to ensure greater parent participation in that process. Individual Board Members maintain their First Amendment Rights to speak on matters in their individual capacity and do not speak on behalf of the Board. Lowry said the district is addressing pandemic-related learning loss by using federal grant money to enhance instruction and expand summer programming. Despite some tension in the community during what has been a difficult year, Lowry is optimistic about the districts future. A new superintendent and new board can help Bedford schools return to its top priority, which is safely educating all students. Bedford Hills Elementary, Bedford Village Elementary, Mount Kisco Elementary, West Patent Elementary, Pound Ridge Elementary, Fox Lane High, Fox Lane Middle, Bedford . Nadel concluded that the district has an achievement problem. There is a current lack of accountability and leadership in the district that has caused some public discontent, said Nadel, an ex-Marine. The unofficial results from the election place DeSimone at almost 3,000 votes. What we need right now is a board that can support our schools with common sense and measured decision making. Welcome to Bedford County, PA 1 Election Results Home Departments Elections Election Results Below is County Election Results. Write-In. (Scott Schmerelson photo by Los Angeles Times; photos of Tanya Ortiz Franklin, Patricia Castellanos and Marilyn Koziatek provided by their respective campaigns), Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Suspected shooter in attacks on Jewish men was on FBIs radar, LAPD chief says, Check this page for live L.A. County election results, Thousands of children could be back to school sooner under a new L.A. 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Her knowledge of public education makes Goldman-Klein well-versed in interpersonal dynamics, school budgeting, academic assessment and curriculum evaluation. I am the only experienced candidate running for the position and I am the only person in the entire school board/SAU building who knows how the schools and Town interact. The school board contests are probably the most expensive board elections ever, with combined reported spending nearing $17.5 million so far . BHS Settles It: Goldfish Verses Cheez-Its, Sharpened for Success: The Carefully Calculated Hands-on Approach. He understands that some members of the community may take their emergence as a team as them agreeing on issues in lockstep. As a school psychologist for 23 years, holding a doctorate in clinical and community psychology, Goldman-Klein said she is passionate about education and providing students with the necessary foundation to thrive as adults. Copyright 2020 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. In addition to continued improvement on our standardized test score performance I believe the schools need to be sure we have a broad offering of adequately matched challenging classes at all levels in the District perhaps with strong emphasis beginning in 7th grade and ramping in intensity throughout high school. The Bedford Public Schools Superintendent Carl Shultz made a comment on the schools Facebook page regarding the situation on June 5. Being able to help children handle change in their lives would be a great quality for them to acquire. Several thousand more students could soon benefit from extra help because the district and union agreed this week on procedures to allow up to three students per teacher at a time. 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. Another election wildcard is a change in the timing of elections. 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