If I am elected, I will work to ensure our district can keep growing without sacrificing the quality of our children's education and work to create more opportunities for family events in the community. A decade of budget cuts has left us having to do more with less, and while fiscal responsibility is important, it is a poor excuse to leverage against the success of our children. One parent named Adam spoke in favor of allowing kids in the classroom saying, you gave everyone the choice of in-person or if youre not feeling safe, stay home. display: block; Public Education is one of the cornerstones of democracy. West De Pere School Board: Vaccinated, symptom-free staff don't need to quarantine if family member has positive COVID-19 test But here's what else they get. } DE PERE Mike LaBouve' is out of the running for a seat on the De Pere School Board, according to the Brown County unofficial election results Tuesday night. (Original) - School Board members of the West De Pere School District will hold a special meeting Saturday night. My name is Justin Czachor. font-weight: bold; French : Dans la seconde moiti du XIXe sicle, les doctrines socialistes parfois qualifies d'utopiques d'tienne Cabet (1788-1856) et de Charles Fourier (1772-1837) font l'objet d'applications au sein de communauts intentionnelles. James Boyd, the Mayor of De Pere, also issued a statement regarding the health departments stance: I fully support the De Pere Health Departments unwavering stance that in-person learning should not be conducted currently in our City, Mayor Boyd said. $(".expand-all").on('click', () => { .widget-row.Green { } color: white; width: 35px !important; De Pere is not an exception. width: 100% !important; Language brings with it many benefits, including cultural appreciation, cognitive development and improved concentration. Despite being above the Wisconsin average, these numbers can go up significantly; and elementary education is the basis for future success. Now it's his mission to inspire future innovators. The School District of Menomonee Falls Board of Education consists of seven members voted on by the entire electorate for three-year staggered terms. Having lived in many states and overseas, I also have a wide vantage point as to how different strategies might benefit our district and that diversity in thought and experience is an asset. } The meeting, which will be held at. Krueger says at that time health officials continued to state they wouldnt provide recommendations to schools, however, his message to families says the departments position seems to have changed, citing a message from the City of De Pere. Youngquist and Seeman filed papers of non-candidacy. I support keeping our curriculum focused on teaching the fundamentals and ensure our children will be competent adults. .inner_percentage, .inner_percentage.Nonpartisan, .inner_percentage.Independent, .inner_percentage.Constitution, .inner_percentage.unknown { We need to re-evaluate the mental, emotional, and educational needs of our students and educators. De Pere School Board will hold a primary as five candidates seek two seats. } He has a bachelor's degree in human geography with a track in environmental engineering from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and a master's degree in international policy and practice from George Washington University. More:Our classrooms are increasingly diverse, yet 9 of 10 teachers are white. padding-left: 10px; Here are 5 takeaways about its impact on kids. She is also a past President and Chairman of the Board for the Society of Flavor Chemists and Chemical Sources Association. Hindrichs: Yes, in an age-appropriate manner. With two children and three nephews currently in the schools, I am the one that will take on the challenges foremost on the minds of our constituents with the highest level of conviction. We need leaders on our School Board who understand that COVID has presented challenges to education that are more complex than one issue. height: 56px; .non_result_row { Voters will decide their next two School Board members in the general election April 4, replacing current Board President David Youngquist and Vice President Doug Seeman who filed for non-candidacy in December. Editor's note: These numbers are from 2009 U.S. Census Bureau data. It has 3,587 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. font-size: 1.2em; COVID is not going away anytime soon, so we need to continually adjust to this challenge and our staff have taken on this task which shows how professional and dedicated they are. De Pere School District is growing, and all indications are that it will continue growing well into the 2030s. Youngquist has served on the board since 2014, and Seeman has served since 2009. This meant that they had to constantly re-adjust to changing conditions and expectations. RELATED: Your guide to the Feb. 15 primary election in the Green Bay area, including city council, county and school boards, RELATED: Where to vote: Green Bay polling locations set for City Council and Brown County Board primary elections, Highest level of education: Northern Michigan University. border: 1px solid #999; I believe parental choice is very important. The virus is here in our City and neighboring region, and spreading at unsafe levels. position: relative; I believe that students learn best when they can attend in person, so if temporarily masking to reduce classroom spread helps to keep students and teachers in classrooms, I support the current masking policies. As a De Pere business owner, and mom to children in the district, I have a vested interest in helping our students succeed. .votebox_bp_logo { .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper { background-color: #003388; You can directly support her work with a tax-deductible donation atGreenBayPressGazette.com/RFAor by check made out to The GroundTruth Project with subject line Report for America Green Bay Press Gazette Campaign. As the virus evolves/changes/weakens, we need to make sure were making decisions based on what we know today, not two years ago. Occupation: Dean of Business, IT & Service programs Fox Valley Technical College.
.contact_entity {font-size: 1.5em ;margin-top: 0.6em; margin-bottom: 0em;margin-right: 0.5em;} Your participation is requested! Youngquist and Seeman filed papers of non-candidacy. .race_header.green { I am kids-focused and am very grateful for the education my son received at De Pere and want to continue the fine traditions of the district while making sure we are preparing students for the future, not our past. The Press-Gazette asked all candidates the same seven questions about. 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Science saved a UWGB professor's life. padding-left: 10px; However, we need to remain vigilant in stopping the spread of Covid-19. This will be vital as we move forward with our facilities planning and listening to our business community and how they can partner with the district. I served in the Army from 2002-2009 as an Network/Server Engineer and Help Desk Supervisor, spending time in North Carolina, Germany, Iraq, and Afghanistan. margin-bottom: 0; display: inline-block; Here are the De Pere School Board candidates answers: Mike LaBouve' did not answer the questionnaire. .percentage_number { } Dickert: Curriculum: It needs to continue to be modernized. .mw-content-ltr td.votebox-results-cell--text, Additionally, I can see things from a different perspective than other candidates who do not have school-aged children in our district. letter-spacing: .03em; Computer Coding should be infused into our curriculum beginning in kindergarten. } I believe our parents and teachers have played a huge role in our success! As Action 2 News has previously reported, the District had announced earlier this week they would be returning to in-person classes on October 19 after being in all virtual classes since October 5. .top_disclaimer { Most residents want to keep critical race theory out of schools. margin-top: 1em; font-weight: 100; } Why that's a problem and what can be done about it. .results_row td:first-child { Since five candidates are running, there will be a primary election on Feb. 21. display: block; I am versed in the ups and downs of working in government. Our current space is very dated and inadequate to provide the necessary learning opportunities for those that want to pursue those careers. For serving on the board, board members receive $3,200. I urge everyone in in the City of De Pere businesses, schools, community groups and residents alike to remain proactive in supporting and maintaining safe conditions in our City.. .inner_percentage.Republican { margin-top: 16px; background-color: #f9f9f9; More:Green Bay-area superintendents have a $182,000 average salary. Incumbency information for this election was not available. Filing Window. Ignoring racism, especially in a homogenous community, is a disservice to children. (function() { This has been our main goal. .contact_office { font-size: 0.8 em; margin-top: 0.6em; margin-bottom: 0em;margin-right: 0.5em;} The four candidates with the most votes will advance to the April election. Addressing this requires a joint effort between the schools, families, and the community rebuilding trust, and not immediately casting blame. Assistant Soccer Coach (Goalkeepers), WSOC. De Pere Schools has done an excellent job in educating our students as indicated by the State Report Card. I am happy that West De Pere has kept our kids in school. The taxpayers that I talk to are interested in keeping the school taxes down and the board being fiscally responsible with their tax dollars while still providing an excellent education to our students and maintaining great facilities. color: #888; Justin Czachor - West De Pere School Board Candidate. UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DE PERE A SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER, for a term of three years, to succeed the present incumbents listed, whose terms of office will expire in April 2022: School Board Member BOB . var nTimer = setInterval(function() { I am dedicated to getting the job done efficiently and effectively. Meneau: Public schools need the unwavering support from our state leaders in Madison. color: #6db24f; The candidates. Parents are asking for choice with masking. In Howard-Suamico, Ashwaubenon, and Denmark, the incumbents will go unchallenged, while the incumbents in Green Bay, West De Pere, De Pere and Wrightstown will face new challengers. I also have extensive insight as to how our facilities need to be addressed as it relates to a potential referendum in the future. The following candidates are participating: Jason Dorn and Jamie Kinjerski, both challengers. My experience has taught me to listen to peoples concerns and take steps necessary to implement new processes when needed. Download Audio. } I know public school curriculum, finance, operations, etc. color: white; Youngquist has served on the board since 2014, and Seeman has served since 2009. $('#candidate-connection-twitter-179889').on('click', () => { ga('send', 'event', 'surveycta', 'surveycta-click-twitter'); }); These issues cannot be tolerated, and cannot be swept under the rug without setting our kids up for failure. Ms Davidson says whanau can see how banks, building material suppliers and supermarkets profit from crisis, and those profits can be taxed. Greens co-leader Marama Davidson and the Maori Party's Debbie Ngarewa-Packer are questioning the holding of a special Lotto draw for Cyclone Gabrielle relief. His campaign website the Mark Meneau Facebook page. p.survey-question {font-weight:bold;} div.survey-scrollbox { height:400px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; } .votebox-results-metadata-p { Do you agree with the decisions your school district has made about COVID-19 mitigation strategies, such as mask requirements or quarantine guidelines? I was initially surprised to hear it, but teachers, students and parents have underscored that children do not feel safe. Here is a list of those who filed nomination papers. Im running for reelection because I have a passion for education and want to see the kids in our community receive the very best education possible. .inner_percentage {NEW! .votebox-covid-disclaimer { .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { Mark Meneau: 1,606: 24 %Melissa Niffenegger: 1,592: 24 %Jeff Dickert: . He also briefly served as the leader of the . We need to look ahead and design learning programs that will advance our students in any career they would like to continue with after graduation. I joined the Army at 17 with the intent to ship out after graduation, but received a Presidential nomination to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, earning a B.S. width: 350px; I have been impressed with many of the decisions that the district has made about COVID mitigation strategies. COVID absenteeism hit these schools hardest. There is always room for improvement. Manako - Rawiri Waititi. .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper .image-candidate-thumbnail { I attended public school in Virginia and inner-city Philadelphia, experiencing both rural and urban education; safe and dangerous environments. } Michael Lenzner . Relevant experience: Ive been working with the community for 24 years. $('.pastResponses').show(); a.communitylink { color:black; font-weight:bold; } Boucher has been banned from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay campus since 2013, a consequence of inappropriate behavior. He previously ran to serve on the Brown County Board for District 19 last spring, but lost to Jessica Adams who currently holds the seat. I hold a bachelors degree from UW-Stevens Point in Marketing and Communications. .clearfix { With the omicron variant being the mildest strain yet, it is time for the schools to begin rapidly tapering their COVID policies into our historical policies for the flu. .hideResponses { display: none;} Upcoming District Events View School Calendars Monday March 6 USDD School Board Meeting 6:00 PM The paper is locally owned and operated and written. If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, 6,087 candidates completed the survey in 2022. We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. padding-left: 10px; The district needs to position itself for the growth out in our towns and the population explosion once the southern bridge is completed. 100% remote. border:1px solid #FFB81F; overflow-y: auto; While De Pere relies heavily on fundraising, we still fall back on referenda. @media screen and (max-width: 350px) { margin-bottom:0px; .survey-result {padding:10px;} Address: The GroundTruth Project, Lockbox Services, 9450 SW Gemini Drive, PMB 46837, Beaverton, Oregon 97008-7105. font-style: italic; More:Here's what De Pere School Board candidates think on funding, achievement and curriculum, More:Nonpartisan in name only, Wisconsin Supreme Court race has political overtones. The vice president, treasurer and clerk get $3,400 and the president gets $3,600. Apprenticeships and early college credits would be standard practice for our students in their junior and senior year. .large-date { text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600;} Im proud to live in the West De Pere School District, and I want to do everything I can to ensure that the district executes its vision of excellence. They are understandably exhausted and need support. Niffenegger: Our district is ranked 19th at $12,435 per child out of 51 states, with Utah at the lowest with $7,954 per child and New York at the highest of $20,645 per child. For serving on the board, board members receive $3,200. .election_results_text { We need your help. In-person instruction may pose significant, unnecessary risk to our students and staff, their family members or guardians at home, and the local businesses and organizations they are involved in or support. A Chemistry Teacher at West De Pere High School Joe Rukamp is a Chemistry Teacher at West De Pere High School based in De Pere, Wisconsin. It is easier to build on foundations at a young age. As a member of the WDP School Board, it would be my honor to get more parents and community members involved with school employees in what is happening in the WDP school district. Board members get $3,200 for serving with the vice president, treasurer and clerk getting $3,400 and the president $3,600. .votebox-results-cell--check { border-radius: 50%; margin-bottom: 4px; .results_table { What are the residents telling you are their most important issues, and how would you address them? Wisconsin is 24th at $15,015 per student. Dickert: I am not sure why this question is separated out and doesn't ask about all curriculum such as reading and math? Delivered via US Postal Service. | There has also been an increased focus on parental choice. Joseph Philippe Pierre Yves Elliott Trudeau PC CC CH QC FRSC (/ t r u d o, t r u d o / TROO-doh, troo-DOH, French: [pj tydo]; October 18, 1919 - September 28, 2000), also referred to by his initials PET, was a Canadian lawyer and politician who served as the 15th prime minister of Canada from 1968 to 1979 and from 1980 to 1984. Location: Aurora St. Luke's Southshore:5900 S. Lake Dr, Cudahy. } Also, I believe that computer coding should be taught starting in kindergarten, as our children's future will require them to know coding and other aspects of IT no matter what occupation they go into in the 2030s. An accurate account of history is necessary to create a more informed society that does not repeat mistakes. Rawiri Waititi photo credit Te Pti Mori. "To be clear, as a former educator and coach for decades in the City of De Pere, including having been a teacher during the pandemic at the end of last school year, I fully empathize with the ongoing challenges facing staff, instructors, athletes, parents and students during this pandemic. Bio: Retired teacher with 44 years of experience, including 10 years as a teacher and coach, three years as principal, 17 years as superintendent, and 14 years as leader of CESA 7. font-size: 0.9em; (920) 425-1915. clearInterval(nTimer); The school board approves the final curriculum. What do you feel are three of the biggest issues in the district and how will you address them? Relevant experience: Parent, grandparent, taxpayer and resident of the West De Pere School District and a member of the School Board for the past 20 years. Jeff Dickert, Wolf Hindrichs, Mark Meneau, and Melissa Niffenegger defeated Mike LaBouve' in the primary for De Pere School District Board of Education At-large on February 21, 2023. West de Pere High School is part of the West de Pere School District and has approximately 872 students and 9 varsity sports. }. font-size: .9em; Five candidates were. Classreport.org provided free website for the Class of 1957 from West De Pere High School for the members and guests of this class to stay informed of reunion events and updates from . }
. And it happens in the classroom when kids are allowed to be on their phones, in the hallways, in the locker rooms, and at home. } Wrightstown extended its deadline to 5 p.m. Jan. 6 due to an incumbent filing a notification for their non-candidacy late. Niffenegger: Our school district is ranked 37th in Wisconsin and first in the Green Bay area! By high school I moved back in with my father, and attended a preparatory school in Virginia which lends me another vantage point into American education. To the School Board of West De Pere and Superintendent Dennis Krueger, We would first like to th By comparison, De Pere is nothing short of amazing. After the state-mandated shutdown of all schools was lifted, our district led the way by getting kids back in the classroom, but also provided a virtual option for parents who felt it was best. I have a successful track record over the past six years, which will be needed in the future as we navigate challenges related to population growth, supporting our kids and teachers, and doing so in a financially sustainable manner. top: -5px; } What materials are being taught and made available in our schools and getting back to how things were pre-COVID. As of 5 p.m. Monday, which was the deadline to submit nomination papers for all county districts except Wrightstown, five newcomers will vie for the two open De Pere School Board positions, three newcomers and Green Bay's remaining incumbent will vie for the two Green Bay School Board positions, and Zone 4 of Pulaski School Board has but one nominee following its incumbent filing for non-candidacy. I trust that what you guys are doing is the right thing, Raasch said. Melissa Niffenegger, 39, is a small business owner with bachelor's degrees in business management and science from Bellevue University. } Near term, I would consider moving the district office away from the high school and making use of that building for class space. The Press-Gazette asked all candidates the same seven questions about their relevant experience and their thoughts on public school funding, curriculum, achievement and areas of improvement for their district. padding-left: 16px; All rights reserved. This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: West De Pere school board candidates share why they're running, their views before the Feb. 15 primary, Your guide to the Feb. 15 primary election in the Green Bay area, including city council, county and school boards, Where to vote: Green Bay polling locations set for City Council and Brown County Board primary elections, https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075907335669, West De Pere school board candidates share why they're running, their views before the Feb. 15 primary. How to run for office | margin-bottom: -2px !important; Dickert: De Pere is a growing school district. Speaking more than one language also opens up a multitude of opportunities in the workforce and in college admissions, giving our kids a needed leg up in an increasingly connected world. So I spend a lot of time these days balancing being in front of a computer and wearing a hard hat to ensure people arent being left behind. font-size: 12px; Since I'm presently on the board, I have helped shape the present process with the administrative team, who have worked tirelessly with their staff. Ill serve the district as a voice for the community. .inner_percentage.Green { The strategic plan/facility plan in development will help us decide how were expanding in a manner to best fit our projected growth, but we also need space to maximize the existing local partnerships for tech education and revamped facilities for the arts and enrichment programs. He has a bachelor's degree in education from UW-Whitewater and a master's degree and a specialist certification in educational administration from UW-Madison. background-color: #dac113; overflow-y: hidden; I feel that I'm a good candidate because I have experience in dealing with all the changes that come with education, having been on the board over the last 20.5 years. left: 0; This number represented 8.9% of all 68,747 candidates Ballotpedia covered in 2022. Nonpartisan primary for De Pere School District Board of Education At-large (2 seats) Jeff Dickert, Wolf Hindrichs, Mike LaBouve', Mark Meneau, and Melissa Niffenegger ran in the primary for De Pere School District Board of Education At-large on February 21, 2023. .race_header.republican { .panel-heading:hover { cursor: pointer;} Ballotpedia features 395,577 encyclopedic articles written and curated by our professional staff of editors, writers, and researchers. Whether we expand, whether we build up, whether we build additional schools these are great questions that the commission and the community have a voice in, but when class sizes approach 30 students to a single teacher, cafeteria tables crowd onto stages, and that bullying is unseen in overcrowded hallways, we know that something needs to change. .votebox-scroll-container { I would suggest that the district look at those students that are not performing well and concentrate on getting them back on track using multiple strategies that does include technology. De Pere School Board election results for 2023 spring primary, Kellyanne Conway, George Conway To Divorce After Decadeslong Marriage: Report, Reports: 3 children dead, 2 wounded in attack at Texas home, 'Extremely dangerous': Spike in illegal crossings at Canada-Vermont border has feds sounding alarm, School punished teen girl for working out in sports bra in 100-degree Texas heat, ACLU says, Footage shows how Russian tanks and armored vehicles keep driving to their death at an infamous mine-filled crossroads. Meetings are at held the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Board room. } Being a member of the School Board would allow me to help guide the current and future direction of the district. max-width: 600px; Many board meetings discuss what other districts are doing. Celles-ci, Teachers and parents need to be supported in their efforts to ensure children receive the best education possible. I will address this issue by participating in focus groups to determine where our tax dollars need to be spent on what facilities. Board members get $3,200 for serving with the vice president, treasurer and clerk getting $3,400 and the president $3,600. Im the end product of a diverse education, starting in Berlin, Germany, as the son of an American spy during the Cold War. What makes you the better candidate in this race? } .race_header, .results_text, .results_table_container, .votebox_legend { background-color: #ccc; My wife, Tara, and I have 4 daughters in the WDP school district. Shifts 730-4, 8-430, or 1130-8. word-wrap: break-word; As Action 2 News has previously reported, Wisconsin governor announces limit on public gatherings amid COVID-19 outbreak, Public File Assistance Contact - (920) 432-3331. Election day is April 4. For example, I like the fact that the district moved away from virtual learning this school year. I am running to both give back and to be a vital part of the solution. I feel masking should be a choice and not a requirement. font-weight: bold; While the State Report Card shows the District is doing a great job educating our students, it also shows that some of our students are being left behind. div.oneoff-scrollbox.short { height:250px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; } color: white; The event will also be held virtually on Zoom. .results_row { } If it does not meet community norms, the board will not approve it. $('.collapse').collapse('hide'); My father, who was also a West De Pere graduate, is a retired police officer of De Pere serving & protecting our community for nearly 30 years. The teachers should focus on basics to assure our students are competent self-sufficient adults. Hindrichs: Firstly, Im willing to listen, not being so rigid as to think I always have the right answer. Dickert: Future growth of the district: De Pere public schools and the communities it serves are all growing, and future growth predictions have it continuing into the 2030s. Our schools play a huge role in forming our children. NEW! What it means to parents, taxpayers. After nine years on the board, Youngquist said he's hoping to devote his time toward other things, like his church. I know how school boards work and how valuable it is to a school district to have experienced board members. De Pere, WI 54115 $17 - $20 an hour Full-time + 1 Monday to Friday Day shift + 3 more Easily apply The Caregiver provides personal care and periodic support to other resident focused services such as meal service, activities, and cleaning.
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