In District 4, incumbent Denise Kern was unopposed in her re-election bid. I feel as if this prevents students from having a good learning environment and reaching their full potential. We'd love to hear eyewitness Elections will be held for Comal ISD District 1, 2, and 5. However, lifting the mask mandate that was set in place to protect students and staff less than 12 hours before the next school day and without consulting experts completely disregards all of those efforts. Currently, COMAL ISD comprises over 40% minorities in our student body; yet, representation on the school board does not reflect this. One side consists of parents and students, another side consists of teachers and administrators and support staff. August 17, 2021 - Monday evening, the Comal ISD Board of Trustees called for two elections to be held on Nov. 2. Lastly, it is no secret that there are divisive political agendas threatening to infiltrate our schools a place where these differences should be set aside. San Antonios largest school district, Northside ISD, had three competitive races on the ballot. This allows me to have a completely neutral view of Comal ISD as I do not have any favorites in terms of schools, teachers, and administrators nor do I have any negative views either. Texas called me back home and I transferred to Texas Tech University, where I majored in Wildlife Management. Proposition C, at$20,397,672, will fundstadium capacityexpansion projects at both Canyon Lake and Davenport High Schools. That means we need to open the doors of our schools and invite our taxpayers to see the facilities and programs that could not be possible without their financial support. I have started youth sport organizations and had to create and approve budgets from year to year. Top priorities for me are transparency in how board decisions are made. please consider making your gift of support today. By Eric Weilbacher, Lauren Canterberry Teaching skills sought by local businesses would be key to providing our taxpayer base with the students they will need in the future. But I believe transparency and accountability lead to trust throughout an organization, and no matter how an organization is currently run, there are always improvements that can be made in transparency and accountability. Amanda Jones and Amber Bracegirdle are vying for the District 6 position, and David Krawczynski, Kaila Stovall,. I would recommend all of you make a tally of things that you want to see in your school board member, judge us according by your list, and vote accordingly. This would enable us to locate our schools within satisfactory distances for parents to send their children. Lastly, Im a mother, a breast-feeding mother, a mother of four, a working-class mother. Elections will be held for Comal ISD District 3 and 5. Beginning on April 19, there will be an election for two members of the Board of Trustees for New Braunfels Independent School District. Due to large volume of calls messages left may not be promptly answered. The seats of District 1 incumbent Stephen Smith, District 2 incumbent David Drastata and District 5 incumbent Amy Freund were up for election, in addition to a special election for the District 6 seat held by Marty Bartlett. We have difficult decisions ahead in the district that will challenge the resolve of the Trustees. I am a teacher first in all things, and have taught students here in my own district for years I am known by parents and current/graduated students from Smithson Valley, Davenport, and Pieper High Schools. Don't knowingly lie about anyone The next election for Board members is scheduled for May 6, 2023. He was one of two trustees to vote against removing the mask mandate. In addition, several San Antonio-area school districts are holding bond elections, including: Comal ISD: $500 . Being sure our children are at the forefront of all decisions made by the school district is my top priority, and I will continue to advocate for the conservative family values that are important to many living in Comal County. The forefront of our goals as board members should be student success, but success is not only grades and test scores. I am a parent with a long-term vested interest in the district. The last day to apply for a ballot by mail (received not postmarked) is April 26. Each Irma Iris Duran de Rodriguez came close to coming out on top, with 31% of the votes. Our teachers work hard for our students, and, if I am elected, I plan to take a fiscally conservative approach to increase teacher compensation. Businesses and taxpayers are the end customers for our educational product we put out into the marketplace once students graduate. Educ. These skills can be acquired by more investment in Career and Technical Training courses at existing high schools or consolidation into schools that specialize in particular career options. Parents are concerned about what is taught in our classrooms that Texas is not immune to the rampant progressive ideology that is being taught in other states and there is no mechanism in place for our district to give them any kind of assurance. Comal ISD Board of Trustees Calls May Bond Election The Comal ISD Board of Trustees approved a bond package that will accommodate continued enrollment growth as well as address items such as campus safety and security, student technology, and expansions and improvements at existing campuses during a meeting on Feb. 15. My wife, Tory, and I attend Northeast Bible Church and have two daughters who go to Garden Ridge Elementary School. Those values, instilled in me from birth, will continue guiding my decision-making if I am elected to serve on the Board of Trustees. I will do everything in my power to support the school district in providing the best teachers, curriculum and facilities needed to prepare our students for what lies ahead. Amanda Jones and. Ensure our budgets do not contain wasteful spending and insure we are meeting the needs for the education of our children as best we can. Neither filed for re-election. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.. Mostly clear. (Community Impact Newspaper staff). Proposition D, at $34,540,000 will fund student and teacherinstructional technologyand network infrastructure projects. Single-Member District 1 incumbent Steve Lechelop, an attorney who has represented the district since 2013, was narrowly defeated by Sarah Sorensen, a former legislative analyst in the New York State Assembly. Have they mentored students in the National Honor Society or won awards for Robotics at the Texas State Level with their kiddos? The District 5 seat, left open for the first time in 31 years after longtime trustee Katie Reed decided not to run for reelection, also attracted four candidates. It should also allow contractors to sharpen their pencils on how to rebuild similar buildings based on previous experience. We don't have the staff to meet currently enrolled needs, so this has to be addressed and continually assessed if we're ever going to have a hope of breaking out of the cycle of hiring contractors that take us over budget. Five school board member positions in New Braunfels ISD and Comal ISD will be up for election May 2. I have worked in these fields for companies such as Texas Instruments, M&M/MARS-Wrigley, Russell Stover Candies, and John B. Sanfilippo & Sons/Fisher Nuts. (Courtesy Adobe Stock). I stand up for what I believe in, and I am highly motivated to see our schools succeed. In addition, utilizing school design replication would lower design costs, maintenance costs and fixture costs. The Comal Independent School District board of trustees is gearing up for a bond election and a tax rate increase election in November. I taught one year at an Alternative Charter School in Schertz to middle school students and high school students. Comal ISD is a very large land mass. The Comal Board of Trustees approved a bond package worth $147.4 million at its February 2015 meeting, that was put to voters on the May 9, 2015, ballot. What would be your top priorities if you are elected? Mainly sunny. I have a BA in Math Education, an MS in Computer Systems from the Air Force Institute of Technology, am teacher-certified in Hawaii and Texas, have certifications from TEA as a math teacher, and am Texas Principal-certified. Why do you want to serve on the school board? If elected, I intend to understand and communicate to constituents the districts efforts to close those gaps. I am still learning about budgeting. I was born and raised in Comal County and attended Smithson Valley High School where I played football and was a member of the track & field team throughout my high school years. In addition, utilizing school design replication would lower design costs, maintenance costs and fixture costs. I also earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Houston and transitioned to VP of Operations for an oilfield service company in College Station. Low 52F. My passion and motivation to make a difference are my girls and their education. Withitspassage, teachers and staff would receive a 3 percent pay increase this year with auxiliarypersonnelreceivinga$1.50 hourly pay increase. My time as a teacher has been rewarding, exciting, and, at times, mentally, physically, and emotionally exhausting. The requirements for being a Trustee on the Board of Trustees for the District may be found at Board Policy BBA (Legal), which may be accessed by clicking this linkand inserting policy code BBA.. We do not need to do deficit budgeting. Questions regarding elections can be directed to Melanie Allen at (763)689-6202 or mallen@c-ischools.org. The idea of approaching grade level level, for example, is touted as the mark for schools to achieve comfort. Dont be bamboozled! Teachers in some cases are even overworked due to the high demand to meet their high standards. I know for a fact we are overspending in certain areas of our budget via open record requests. I am willing to collaborate and solve the challenges or stand in respectful opposition when I believe something is not in the best interest of the families of Comal County. Former Judson trustee Jose Macias Jr. will once again represent Judsons District 4. I do not know my opponents, but you have educated yourself and have decided, based our experience and education, whether we are the people for the job and you will vote for the best person accordingly. Student grades are not improving, and the loss of teachers is making it worse. Maintain the ongoing academic and extracurricular success of our students. Comal Independent School District elections 2015 bond package See also: What was at stake in the 2015 Comal Independent School District election? And though COVID is thought of as being to blame, math scores for students across all grade levels K-12 have dropped from 50% in 2019 to 35% in 2021, and similarly in other disciplines. Being a teacher has always been my dream job, so Im thankful I am able to continue down this path. I think it shows our message has resonated with the community, and people are ready for change, Sorensen said. We also need to continue the strategic use of portables so that we build schools at the right size at the right time, all while having a conservative and mindful approach about using taxpayer supported bonds. 5:11 PM Feb 2, 2021 CST, Applications for election to the school boards will be accepted until Feb. 12. As a recent student of Comal ISD, I was taught to look at and believe the math and the science. TheBoard called for aVATREto generate additional local revenue toprovide teachers and staff with additional compensationand to fund new teaching positions to meet student enrollment growth. This is especially true in how we spend our monies. At CI, Lauren covers education, local government, transportation, business, real estate development and nonprofits in New Braunfels. Why reinvent the wheel. He received 38% of the vote, placing him a fraction ahead of Lillian Zapata. Harlandale ISD residents reelected both incumbents on the ballot in their first election since the Texas Education Agency put them under the oversight of a conservator. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Six candidates are vying for Comal ISD single-member districts 6 and 7 in this Mays election. The Board's primary functions are goal setting, approving the budget and policymaking. In doing so, we will achieve the best quality education. Masks are a simple and effective way to help provide that safety. Candidates set for May 7 school boards and City Council ballots, By Catherine Wilson and Steve Knight | The Herald-Zeitung. At CI, Lauren covers education, local government, transportation, business, real estate development and nonprofits in New Braunfels. Thats a responsibility I take really seriously coming into the board.. Comal ISD, located primarily in Comal County, also had an election to watch. Each trustee on the Board is elected separately from the single-member district in which he/she resides. City council hopefuls must have resided in their respective districts at least six months prior to filing, have resided in the city at least 12 months prior to the election date, and in no way be currently indebted to the city. For New Braunfels ISD, there are two at large trustee seats and one for District 1 up for grabs, while Comal ISD is looking to fill trustee positions for District 6 and 7. Conservative family values are my moral fiber and have guided me throughout my life. We need to look at how we plan out future growth by working with local leaders in New Braunfels, Garden Ridge, Canyon Lake and Smithson Valley to insure we meet this growth in a fiscally responsible manner. By Lauren Canterberry Note: Names are listed in order of appearance on the ballot according to the city clerks' office. At CI, Lauren covers education, local government, transportation, business, real estate development and nonprofits in New Braunfels. High 82F. Hello, my name is Kaila Stovall. Beginning on April 19, there will be an election for three members of the Board of Trustees for Comal Independent School District. Because I have children in the district, I am 100% invested in what is best for students. The Texas Secretary of State's elections department is also an excellent resource for election/candidacy questions and can be reached at (512) 463-5650 or http://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/candidates/index.shtml Submit application to: Comal ISD, 1404 IH 35 North, New Braunfels, Texas, 78130, US Be Truthful. The Comal ISD Board of Trustees approved a bond package that will accommodate continued enrollment growth as well as address items such as campus safety and security, student technology, and expansions and improvements at existing campuses during a meeting on Feb. 15. I want your vote as the trustee for our district because I am greatly concerned about the reasons why good teachers and staff are leaving our district, some after only three or four months in the classroom; why bus routes are being canceled; why teachers get yearly pay cuts because any increase they get is less than the rise of inflation, pay cuts, and the failing grades! *Courtney Beach Biasatti: District No. Five school board member positions in New Braunfels ISD and Comal ISD will be up for election May 2. In the race to fill the District 7 trustee seat for the Comal ISD school board, currently held by Cody Mueller, are David Krawczynski, Kaila Stovall, Orlando Joseph Dona, Jr., who will appear as Orlando OJ Dona on the ballot, and Stephen (Steve) Gallets. Looking to replace the District 6 trustee seat for Comal ISD, which is currently occupied by Marty Bartlett, are newcomers Amanda Jones and Amber Bracegirdle. CISD has done a great job keeping the schools open and I hope they remain open through the end of the school year. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. I believe in hard work and integrity demanded it of my own children and students and will demand it of this board if you elect me. Success! Each and every child in our district should be prepared for a productive and fulfilling future. Neither filed for re-election. Occupation: I am currently retired, but I do some substitute teaching. Six candidates have filed for two Comal ISD trustee positions, five seek two city council spots, and six vie for three seats on the New Braunfels ISD board. Rafael Diaz, who was appointed to replace Macias, won the District 7 seat, which represents all of Judson. Each has . From my perspective Comal does not treat their school employees well. Schools should keep students safe and secure while they learn. Two incumbents and five challengers competed for three trustee seats on the Southwest ISD board. It is our responsibility to use money wisely, and the wisest thing we can do is pay our teachers more, but not only our teachers, we also need to pay our support staff more. I know what they are dealing with when it comes to changes from TEA or Governor Abbott because Im also dealing with those changes and learning how to navigate teaching and everything else that is being thrown at us. I feel that I have the skill set necessary to meet future capacity demand requirements. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism We will continue to lose teachers, and we will start to see students leave this district. Diaz is married to Texas State Board of Education member Marisa Perez-Diaz and was endorsed by Julin Castro. Comal ISD is very reliant on homeowners to provide growth funding. These acquired skills give me a key understanding of educational requirements and issues, personnel and disciplinary issues, construction, capacity planning, maintenance and finances as well as the caring and compassion needed to understand and address any issues facing the Comal ISD School Board. Manage growth within the district by being as fiscally responsible as the Comal ISD Board should be. As an educated, experienced trustee, I can help effect this change. If you value our commitment to the highest standards of responsible journalism and are able to do so, please consider making your gift of support today. Also seeking to win one of the at-large trustee seats, which are currently held by Clark and David Heefner, is Matthew D. Sargent. There is a trust that comes from our Constitution that the republic works, and that the People will elect in a fair election the only kind we have here in Texas the representative whose values best represents them. Increasing teacher pay to keep teachers in Comal ISD would be a step in the right direction. While there are teachers and staff that they commend, they seem to want to silence some or refuse to hold others accountable for their actions resulting in distrust. This could be done by being more proactive in reducing construction costs via replication of construction designs. KTPD 89.3 FM in Del Rio's broadcast signal is currently down. Be Proactive. Texas Public Radio. Youth Development Director for Ignite Volleyball Association. Collecting information regarding the budget, profit and loss potential. There was a lot of concern over the health precautions that were going to be set in motion for the school year, but ultimately the first semester was a success. Incumbent Laurie Schley lost to former board member Jason York in the race for District 3. Comal ISD Trustees Adopt Tax Rate, Approve Separate Elections to Address Compensation, Growth Stephanie Johnson August 17, 2021 Comal ISD's 2017 $263.5 million school-bond package included $94 million for the construction of two middle schools and $21.3 million for technology.
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