School Board Candidate Forum - October 12, 2015

Monday, October 12, 2015

School board candidate introductions

All for All mission attainability

Achievement gap strategies

Teacher recruitment and retention

Birth to Pre-K educational focus

Strategic plan implementation

Policy development and barrier removal

Budgetary oversight and prioritization

Personalized learning and student engagement

Parental and community involvement

Decision-making criteria for resource allocation

Process and transparency in board governance

Notable Quotes (3)

As a community we should find that unacceptable.

Claudia Carr
Achievement GapCommenting on the achievement gap metrics.

Process matters and the process through which a board makes a decision impacts how it's going to be received in the community.

Amir Garby
GovernanceDiscussing the importance of transparent governance.

All for all it's as simple as what it says it's meaning all of our students needs no matter where they're at and what it doesn't mean is all the same.

Sarah Patoff
All for All MissionClarifying the district's mission.

People (7)

Lea EvaCorporate Attorney

Grew up in Edina, corporate attorney, parent of three Highlands Elementary students.

Kathy ZellaIncumbent School Board Member

Former nonprofit board experience, 8 years on current board, focused on financial health and strategic planning.

Sarah PatoffIncumbent School Board Member

Former advertising professional, board member for four years, parent in the district.

Christina GleasonTimekeeper

Manages time constraints for the candidate forum using colored cards.

Places Mentioned

EdinaHighlands Elementary SchoolNormandale Elementary SchoolSouthview Middle SchoolSouthdale District

Events & Meetings (1)

  • School Board Candidate Forum, Morning

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

Edina tree preservation ordinance

Legislation to protect trees during local development projects.

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School Board Candidate Forum - October 12, 2015 - Edina Recorder