Seven candidates have filed the necessary paperwork to be included
on the April 7 ballot for the four open positions on the
East Aurora School District 131 Board of Education.
In alphabetical order, the candidates are:
Samuel W. Carson III – 1126 Homer Ave., Aurora 60505
Fernando Chapa – 541 Saddle Lane, Aurora 60505
Stella Gonzalez – 1747 Briarheath Road, Aurora 60505
Annette Johnson – 1050 Northfield Dr., Aurora 60505
Anita Lewis – 322 Grant Place, Aurora 60505
(Incumbent) Fernando Salinas, Jr. – 1262 Church Road, Aurora 60505
(Incumbent) Juanita Wells – 1737 Indian Avenue, Aurora 60505
There are four open positions on the ballot; three 4-year terms
and one 2-year term.
Chapa, Gonzalez, Johnson, Lewis, and Salinas are running for the 4-year terms. Carson and Wells are running for the 2-year term.
Board Members Robert ‘Bob’ McCue and Ken Maurice are not seeking re-election.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Happy New Year to all my fellow bloggers
Family time, especially during the holidays, takes priority over everything in our home. So,I have no new discussion issues to post at this time. I thought I'd open a 2009 opportunity for predictions. Serious, silly, or knowledgeable insight....let's hear what our community looks for in the new year.
I am optimistic for the coming year. We have a new president. Elections are coming for our local officials and District 131 school board members. I feel confident, that a good mix for good government in Aurora will be in place this next year.
For fun, share your predictions for East Aurora.
I am optimistic for the coming year. We have a new president. Elections are coming for our local officials and District 131 school board members. I feel confident, that a good mix for good government in Aurora will be in place this next year.
For fun, share your predictions for East Aurora.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
131 Director won't blow his own horn......
So I will!
Kevin Kaisershot Wins Teacher's March Composition Contest
ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers, is pleased to announce that Kevin Kaisershot of Aurora, Illinois has been chosen as the winner of the Teacher's March composition contest. His work will be debuted at MENC's Music Education Week in Washington on June 18, 2009.
MENC would like to thank ASCAP's members and all of the composers who submitted compositions to this contest, as well as the contest's judges who graciously donated their time to this endeavor.
(MENC: National Association for Music Education formally known as Music Educators National Conference)
Friday, November 21, 2008
Conference in Chicago this weekend, reps from 131 will attend
This is a letter to the editor from a paper in McHenry County, that was emailed to me. One man's POV on school board conferences. (May be seen at: http://www.nwherald.com/articles/2008/11/19/opinion/letters/doc4923ed1f7f70d289859069.txt )
Many professions have associations for workers with similar jobs to share ideas and successes. The government “public” school industry takes this concept to an incredible (and costly) level.
School boards, administrators, business officials, principals, public relations officials, nurses, science teachers, psychologists, transportation directors, special education administrators, superintendents, social workers, food service managers – to name a few – all have “associations.” For a partial list, visit www.chrisjenner.org/SchoolAssociations.htm.
Many of these associations maintain legislative agendas, some of which promote more and more revenue, while very few drive for responsible spending or improved student achievement.
The annual climax of school associations in Illinois is November 21-23. More than 12,000 school people swarm over three downtown Chicago hotels, all courtesy of Illinois taxpayers. No fewer than nine seminars are offered on how to raise taxes. More than 250 vendors will tout their architectural, financial, and legal services; carpets, roofs, bleachers, etc.
A handful will offer products and services actually related to learning.
Ask your local school officials what’s spent on this “conference” and how the improvement in our schools is measured. What did your public school district’s architects, accountants, and lawyers spend entertaining their “clients” – with what’s ultimately public money?
Many professions have associations for workers with similar jobs to share ideas and successes. The government “public” school industry takes this concept to an incredible (and costly) level.
School boards, administrators, business officials, principals, public relations officials, nurses, science teachers, psychologists, transportation directors, special education administrators, superintendents, social workers, food service managers – to name a few – all have “associations.” For a partial list, visit www.chrisjenner.org/SchoolAssociations.htm.
Many of these associations maintain legislative agendas, some of which promote more and more revenue, while very few drive for responsible spending or improved student achievement.
The annual climax of school associations in Illinois is November 21-23. More than 12,000 school people swarm over three downtown Chicago hotels, all courtesy of Illinois taxpayers. No fewer than nine seminars are offered on how to raise taxes. More than 250 vendors will tout their architectural, financial, and legal services; carpets, roofs, bleachers, etc.
A handful will offer products and services actually related to learning.
Ask your local school officials what’s spent on this “conference” and how the improvement in our schools is measured. What did your public school district’s architects, accountants, and lawyers spend entertaining their “clients” – with what’s ultimately public money?
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Positions opening in the Spring
Community service positions available. Team attitude a plus. Concern for the future of ALL the EA children an absolute necessity. Part time, rewarding-serve as an elected volunteer.
Elections for the East Aurora Board of Education will be April 7, 2009. The terms of 4 of the current members will be expiring.
For those wishing to have their name put on the ballot, nominating petitions may be obtained at the School Service Center.
Information is included in the petition packet on how and when to file. Candidates will be on ballot in an April 2009 election.
Two members of the Board of Education will hold Open Houses to discuss the East Aurora Board of Education roles and responsibilities.
The Open Houses will be held on Wednesday, November 5 at 6:30 p.m. and
Saturday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m. at the School Service Center – 417 Fifth Street.
These events are open to the public. All community members are welcome to attend.
Elections for the East Aurora Board of Education will be April 7, 2009. The terms of 4 of the current members will be expiring.
For those wishing to have their name put on the ballot, nominating petitions may be obtained at the School Service Center.
Information is included in the petition packet on how and when to file. Candidates will be on ballot in an April 2009 election.
Two members of the Board of Education will hold Open Houses to discuss the East Aurora Board of Education roles and responsibilities.
The Open Houses will be held on Wednesday, November 5 at 6:30 p.m. and
Saturday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m. at the School Service Center – 417 Fifth Street.
These events are open to the public. All community members are welcome to attend.
Monday, October 13, 2008
7 Open Houses for Referendum/ Working Cash Fund
October calendar notes numerous opportunities for attending a meeting in District 131. Become an informed & involved community member by attending.
14th- Board Personnel committee 3pm, Board Curriculum Committee 5:15pm, Alumni committee 5:30 pm, Referendum Open House 6:30pm
15th-Board Finance Committee 6pm
17th-Referendum Open House 12pm
20th-Board meeting 7pm, come early for Referendum Open House 5:30pm
21st, 24th, 28th, 31st- Referendum Open Houses @ varied times.
See District calendar for accurate dates and times @ http://www.d131.org
14th- Board Personnel committee 3pm, Board Curriculum Committee 5:15pm, Alumni committee 5:30 pm, Referendum Open House 6:30pm
15th-Board Finance Committee 6pm
17th-Referendum Open House 12pm
20th-Board meeting 7pm, come early for Referendum Open House 5:30pm
21st, 24th, 28th, 31st- Referendum Open Houses @ varied times.
See District calendar for accurate dates and times @ http://www.d131.org
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
EA Parent Workshop planned- Sept. 25th
There have been 8 workshops planned for this school year!
Each event will be at a different 131 school, and each will have a different topic.
The first event will be presented by DeNean Adams @ 6:30-7:30 pm
on Sept. 25, 2008 at Johnson Elementary 1934 Liberty Street
The subjects will be Helping your child develop good study habits and to do well in school. Also, learn more about the Illinois Learning Standards.
I hope many parents/guardians and community members take advantage of this time to come out and meet other 131 neighborhood families.
Each event will be at a different 131 school, and each will have a different topic.
The first event will be presented by DeNean Adams @ 6:30-7:30 pm
on Sept. 25, 2008 at Johnson Elementary 1934 Liberty Street
The subjects will be Helping your child develop good study habits and to do well in school. Also, learn more about the Illinois Learning Standards.
I hope many parents/guardians and community members take advantage of this time to come out and meet other 131 neighborhood families.
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