Refresh this post. I wholeheartedly support the mask-optional outcome and hope we remain as such for the remaining semester and years to come. 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. 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. To register to vote, visit this link, or request an absentee ballot here. I have been offered but have not accepted campaign donations from within and without Bedford, the state of New Hampshire and beyond. When the new board members are sworn in, five of the seven members will have started their service since July 1, 2021, after the election of Robert Mazurek and Steven Matlin. Bedford Central School District. The process also gave her the chance to connect actively with her community, which she counted as a highlight. 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. 3. Effective leadership must be proactive not reactive.. The schools are the heartbeat of our town. Write-In. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. Official election results for past elections can be found here . The district and the board did a good job at identifying the needs, Shady said. My intention is to provide a comprehensive overview of each candidates goals so that voters can be informed before making their decision. Gilian Goldman-Klein Thats what always happens., Risk factors for developing heart disease are known to most of us. 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. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. Now that schools will remain open with the ability for parents who desire that their children have the protection of a mask be able to wear one while parents of students who desire their children to have the freedom to attend school unmasked have that choice as well, we can focus entirely on education which, rather than Covid and masks, is what we should be discussing. It is this push towards ideological programming over the last two years, all while our children were struggling academically due to the pandemic, that has caused a rift amongst the community, which still exists today, said Kramer, who was attracted to Bedford because of its diversity. Lisa Beins McCaig - 4,796 votes. 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Virginia Department of Elections > Election Results > 2021 November General > BEDFORD COUNTY Statewide General Assembly Referendums Results by Locality Statistics {JSON} to Address Water Contamination, Hearing Slated on Moratorium on Smoke Shops in Carmel, Bowman Urges Youth to Get Involved in Town Hall Forum, Harckham Introduces Bill to Reduce Packaging, Help Environment, Ex-Garbage Contractor Trashes Town in Suit to Get Job Back, Heart Disease in Younger People? 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. 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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. All of this experience and education in the field makes me the most qualified candidate. Have you been endorsed by any? I am an educator and a champion of public education. The Bedford Public Schools Superintendent Carl Shultz made a comment on the schools Facebook page regarding the situation on June 5. Most charters are nonunion. The Dual Language Bilingual Education program is one of the districts key strengths, Lowry said. Incumbent Jason Johnson won 2,149 votes, or 45.3%, with the remaining 54.7%, or 2,595 votes, cast for write-in candidates. Election Results. I know how to communicate and listen to students. The two candidates Franklin and Castellanos staked out similar policy positions, including in response to the pandemic. Receive unfettered access to our digital content, including our Examiner+ bonus content newsletter, and get other perks like free tickets to local performing arts, complimentary advertising for your favorite local charity, restaurant deals, and much more! Howard Blume covers education for the Los Angeles Times. 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. 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. Wisconsin Rapids School District Board Member Wood and Portage. Bedford School Board - District 1 (Ringgold County votes only) Nick Gray. In the March primary, Castellanos received 27% of the vote and Franklin 24%. I am Chris Daniels and I'm currently serving as the Bedford County Public School Board Representative for District 7. 2023 The Virginia Public Access Project, Election results made possible through support by, Get Email Alerts with the Latest Political News, Get Email Alerts with the Latest Redistricting Updates and Political News, Governor's race results for Bedford County. Now lets figure out what our new hires are going to look like.. 503.86 KB. According to WNWO, Bruning stated that whatever salary he gets, he gives back to the school. There are 2 Boards Of Elections in Bedford County, Virginia, serving a population of 77,319 people in an area of 760 square miles. 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. Students across the continuum, including children with disabilities or learning differences, students in the middle, students ready for enrichment opportunities as well as for students from diverse backgrounds all benefit from the district committing to making decisions based in facts with clear information and taking swift action in evaluating curriculum and outcomes.. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. One example of that is the Latin program. In Virginia, Bedford County is ranked 82nd of 133 counties in Boards Of Elections per capita, and 76th of 133 counties . "I have received countless emails and communications this week regarding the social media communications of one of our elected Board of Education Members. Following the Fox Lane High School bathroom incidents, trust must be regained by establishing a culture of safety, she said. 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. He shared a statement on his public Facebook page Wednesday morning saying, the voting totals indicate a victory., I felt cautiously optimistic the whole time, Daniels said in an interview, calling the race a big learning experience for him. Board Members may only be removed pursuant to applicable provisions in the law. Elections Call of Election Recall Milan Township May 2, 2023 The Monroe County Board of Canvassers have completed the Canvas of the November 8, 2022 General Election and have voted to Certify the results. Mr. Monroe did not respond to my emails in time for press, so I was unable to include information on his goals for the School Board. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Developing a preemptive plan learning from mistakes and successes with COVID should be developed. 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. 4.62 MB. To register to vote, The 2020 Presidential Election is Over: Biden/Harris Are The Projected Winners, voters guide is available through the Bedford Public Library, BHS Insight on the Balenciaga Controversy. With my background and history of dedication to Bedford students, I will bring a new perspective to the school board. 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. VPAP is supported entirely by tax-deductible contributions. School officials said the tax levy will now increase by 1.79 percent. BEDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. A petition and a Facebook group has been started with the goal of recalling Todd Bruning from his position with the Bedford Township School Board. There is 1 Board Of Elections per 38,659 people, and 1 Board Of Elections per 379 square miles. Putting students first, which has been the focus of Goldman-Kleins career, will be her priority. We see so many of the good things of the district, and unfortunately, the negative ones are the ones that are in the media. 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. I am aware of the groupthink critics, Nadel said. 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. This is the last time that district voters will choose school trustees for specific seats, as voters also OK . My goal for athletics is no different than academics. 1209 E. Cary Street, Suite 200 The unofficial results are in. Todd Hotchkiss - 4,779 votes. Parents of special education students have not been heard, according to Goldman-Klein. The Bedford Public Schools Board of Education is responsible for the governance of the School District and are not paid employees of the district. 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. 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. Expanding the program as an option through 12th grade would strengthen the program and allow for student achievement data to be tracked over a longer time period to demonstrate further success. That is why maintaining a high-quality education should be a priority for our school board. Supporters of charters, backed by a relatively small number of wealthy donors, vastly outspent the other side. It will be important to continue to invest and support these types of methods to address emotional and mental health needs, Lowry said. 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 Two years ago in LMS it was proposed to cut Latin from the middle school. Amaral, 270 Caroline St., is an educator and longtime New Bedford resident who has lived in Ward 3 for the last 10 years. We have no to time to waste in making change. The School Districts Superintendent is hired by the Board to run the day-to-day operations and to implement Policies adopted by the Board. Although more votes remain to be counted, the margins for the leaders appear large enough to hold and are based on what the county registrars office called semi-official results. If they do hold, school board members supported by charter advocates would hold a 4-3 board majority in the nations second-largest school system. With someone who has put two children through the district and another who will start middle school next year, Bedford schools have some outstanding educators, she said. Im not sure what this would look like, but its something for us to discuss and consider as we look to move forward. The Official Student Voice of Bedford High School. So much of the schools infrastructure needs to be upgraded and the buildings must be more comfortable for students to learn properly. While Johnson received 446 fewer votes than write-in candidates, anything can happen, Holbrook 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. Westchester Legislator Erika Pierce Receives Reelection Endorsements, Bedford Democratic Committee Endorsements For Town & County Offices, TSA PreCheck Enrollment Coming To Westchester County Airport For Limited Time, Town-by-Town Snowfall Totals In The Lower HV: National Weather Service, Mount Kisco Fifth Graders Find Their Zen with Glow Yoga, Hudson Valley Co-Stars With Bedford's Brendan Fraser In 'The Whale', 5 Festive Fall Things To Do Only In The Hudson Valley, Bedford On The Strip? Three other candidates split the remainder of the vote. Or title (Mr., Mrs., etc.). The district includes Liberty High School and the Goode area. One-term incumbent Nick Melvoin appears to have been reelected to the Los Angeles Board of Education, but school board President Kelly Gonez . The election is Tuesday, March 8, from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm at the high school. I believe these vulnerable students were failed because a culture of caring and basic compassion, has been taken for granted, Goldman-Klein said. - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. One question hanging over the campaign is how the coronavirus would affect voters. They must be viewed in conjunction with other data. A robust, respectful and healthy disagreement is the fundamental backbone of a functioning democracy. Kramer noted that is currently done in the high school with the United Basketball team and Hand in Hand program for after-school sports practice where special and general education students work together. So far, about 1,000 of the districts 460,000 K-12 students have been able to take advantage of this tutoring, according to district figures, leading to increasing frustration among students and parents who already are beset with the challenges of learning from home. 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. Public pressure stopped the search for a new director, and if elected, Kramer pledged to ensure greater parent participation in that process. As for students struggling academically and or emotionally, the school district must offer resources, including counselors, specialized teachers, metal heath experts and social workers who can meet students where they are psychologically and academically. Results from Tuesdays elections are unofficial and will be certified on Nov. 15. Because the district is as ethnically diverse as it is, Shady said Bedford should have more bilingual aides and teachers, which would also help them keep in contact more effectively with immigrant parents who may not be able to communicate in English. I would like to wish him, and the students, parents, teachers, school employees, and community members well. School officials said the tax levy will increase by 2.25 percent. Another election wildcard is a change in the timing of elections. 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. 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. Report an error or ask a question, The Virginia Public Access Project is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation. The kids that need the most help, are they the kids from the most underprivileged areas? Shady said. 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. Goldman-Klein supports next weeks $62 million referendum with facilities in need of repairs and updates. 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. 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. Charter-backed Franklin, 36, counters with education experience as a former classroom teacher and as an administrator within a group of L.A. schools. Lowry said many people point to performance data from the third- to eighth-grade English Language Arts tests to draw conclusions about how the district is performing, but those scores are snapshots in time. The spending plan calls for the replacement of at least three school buses. Enjoy unlimited articles at one of our lowest prices ever. Make sure to vote! Should you trust the Snow Day Calculator. The head of special education has to come in with new ideas and say keep whats worked in the past, but because a lot of parents of special needs or special education students arent happy, we need to listen to them, Shady said. The state will no longer impose mask requirements on our students. . 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. Copyright 2023 The Examiner News. 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. Now, its just another new batch of snowflakes, upset about memes, Bruning told WNWO. 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. We'd love for you to support our work by joining as a free, partial access subscriber, or by registering as a full access member. Published June 7, 2022 Updated June 8, 2022 9:44 AM PT. Bedford parent Matthew Holbrook ran an active write-in campaign for the seat, but official counts for write-in candidates will not come for several days. Lowry said the district is addressing pandemic-related learning loss by using federal grant money to enhance instruction and expand summer programming. Get our local education coverage delivered directly to your inbox. 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.. The Board President and the Superintendent are the only designated spokespersons for the Board. 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. 2023 Town/School ElectionsAbsentee Ballot Request Form. Shady has always found volunteering to be gratifying. I am also the only candidate who knows who and how to contact the appropriate professionals in the Town offices to be sure students have full access to town athletic facilities when they might otherwise be unavailable. I know that parents are very pleased with their childrens bilingual and biliteracy skills as a result of participation in the program, Lowry said. We really, really need to listen to what they have to say.. "While we wait to see the final numbers, I am extremely grateful for the support I've received from my neighbors across the southside," he said. There were a total of two school trustee seats to be filled for three-year terms on the ballot. Campaign forums took place online, and the issues included the districts response to the pandemic. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. I have dedicated my whole career to serving public education, 16 years in Bedford. BEDFORD, NY The $129,072,250 spending plan for 2017-18 was overwhelmingly approved. Has your campaign raised any money from organizations in NH or from elsewhere? The lack of faith and mistrust in special education needs to be amended, Nadel said. As with everything else in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic affected both the campaign and campaign issues. Do you feel that this benefits or hinders your understanding of the Bedford School District and/or your involvement? 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. I would like to wish him well, Whitehurst said in an interview. In the past, school board elections were settled in low-turnout municipal elections. Nathan Nickle. Check this page for live L.A. County election results. Contact Information | Bedford Town Offices | 24 North Amherst Road | Bedford, NH 03110 | Phone: 603-472-5242 |. Election results for the May 1, 2021 election in Tarrant County, Texas . Unofficial Election Results. Therefore, it is overdue that the board and administration listen and act to create a culture that values all students. Close to 1 in 5 district students attends one of these independent charters, which are authorized and monitored but not controlled or managed by L.A. Unified. Provisional and mail-in. Oliver, 39, who led the field of seven contenders in the special preliminary . James E. Johnson. Daniels was appointed following the resignation of previous District 7 school board representative Martin Leamy. The school board contests are probably the most expensive board elections ever, with combined reported spending nearing $17.5 million so far. There were a total of two school trustee seats to be amended, Nadel said in that process parent. 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