$('#candidate-connection-email-179889').on('click', () => { ga('send', 'event', 'surveycta', 'surveycta-click-email'); }); 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. We have managed to keep the students in the school buildings, receiving their education throughout the majority of this COVID period. } padding-left: 8px; .contact_office { margin-top: 0.3em; margin-bottom: 0em;margin-right: 0.5em;} display: inline-block; .race_header.republican { 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. font-size: .9em; Parents and their medical providers should be making all medical-related decisions (masking, vaccines, etc), not the schools. line-height: 1.5em; background-color: #003388; Our history as a nation is a topic that should be taught in schools, so we can learn from our mistakes and not repeat them. Their mission is to create a safe comprehensive educational and social environment for students and staff which will produce life-long learners with the capacity to succeed in the local and global community. The top two vote-getters in the April election will serve three-year terms on the board. NEW! background-color: #f9d334; height: 100%; Highest level of education: Doctor of Chiropractic at Northwestern College of Chiropractic, Relevant experience: Father of three school-aged children (two children attend Westwood Elementary), small business owner for over 20 years, 29-year De Pere resident and stakeholder in our community, Campaign website: deloreyforwdschools.com. top: 2px; } I support doing whatever we can to keep our children and staff safe and healthy. color: #6db24f; We need to re-evaluate the mental, emotional, and educational needs of our students and educators. Dickert: The district does a great job on student performance, as proven by the state report card. width: 100%; Ms Ngarewa Packer says the Government needs . We need to focus on our district and what is best for our children. Address: The GroundTruth Project, Lockbox Services, 9450 SW Gemini Drive, PMB 46837, Beaverton, Oregon 97008-7105. I just think its so important to listen to the people who know the science and when theyre giving us advice, I think we got to take it, Buhl said. Computer Coding should be infused into our curriculum beginning in kindergarten. Meet Jason & Family I was born & raised in West De Pere. .widget-value { } @media screen and (max-width: 350px) { In this Department Elections & Voting .widget-row.Independent, .widget-row.Nonpartisan, .widget-row.Constitution { DE PERE Four of the five people running for seats on the board of education of the Unified School District of De Pere will proceed on to the election in April, following the Feb. 21 primary. display: inline-block; } .votebox_legend { The district has gone back and forth on this too many times, and it creates too much animosity. .percentage_number { Five incumbents have filed a notification for non-candidacy: Dawn Smith of Green Bay School Board; Doug Seeman and David Youngquist of De Pere School Board; Tiffany Van Vreede and Joie Cunningham of Wrightstown School Board; and Michael Voelker of the Pulaski School Board. .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { The best indicator of future performance is past performance. De Pere, WI 54115. This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: De Pere School Board election results for 2023 spring primary, Here's what De Pere School Board candidates think on funding, achievement and curriculum, Nonpartisan in name only, Wisconsin Supreme Court race has political overtones. Editor's note: These numbers are from 2009 U.S. Census Bureau data. All rights reserved. That is a choice a lot of kids in our did not get., ============================================================================================================. width: 100%; margin-right: 10px; My wife, Tara, and I have 4 daughters in the WDP school district. Ive been married for 14 years, and I have a fourth grader at Heritage, so Im invested for both the immediate and the foreseeable future. We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. width: 250px; .votebox_legend .non_result_row { } Im concerned with the general direction that the public education system is taking in our country. They want our history books preserved. Sample ballots for the spring electionwill be available soon; you can find your sample ballot by entering your address on the MyVoteWI website. 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. $('.hideResponses').hide(); Head Men's Basketball Coach. The School District of Menomonee Falls Board of Education consists of seven members voted on by the entire electorate for three-year staggered terms. We need to recognize that educators cannot continue to teach in-person, online, and cover for one another when they are sick. $('.collapse').collapse('hide'); He previously served on the De Pere School Board from 2010-2022 as treasurer and vice president. Celles-ci, .widget-row.Democratic { Jeff Dickert ran for election to the De Pere School District Board of Education At-large in Wisconsin. There isnt a single right answer to dealing with COVID in schools. Elections in 2023 | font-weight: bold; Dickert: Curriculum: It needs to continue to be modernized. Dedicated math and reading specialists instead of shared assets, as well as more funding for special education would be my first thought in addressing this achievement gap. Barbara Van Deurzen and. Children are naturally curious, and inquisitive they have an innate desire to learn and succeed, and somehow, over the course of 18-21 years of their life, society has a tendency of stifling those desires, putting kids into the very boxes we complain about them not being able to think outside of, and turning them into boring adults. Here are the candidates running for the West De Pere School Board. height: 22px; p.survey-response {margin-left:10px;} The high school should have a career, college, and citizen preparation focus as each student and their family design their future. I was born in Green Bay and graduated from West De Pere. For example, I like the fact that the district moved away from virtual learning this school year. DE PERE, Wis. (WBAY) - West De Pere School Board members met for three hours Saturday night to hear from parents, students, and teachers over the decision to allow children back to the classroom. The top four vote-getters will be on ballot for general election ballot in April. top: 0px; position: absolute; a[aria-expanded=false] .fa-chevron-down { display: none; } top: -5px; West De Pere High School De Pere, WI USA Tuesday February 14, 2023 . .infobox p { Upcoming District Events View School Calendars Monday March 6 USDD School Board Meeting 6:00 PM Jeff Dickert (De Pere School District Board of Education At-large, Wisconsin, candidate 2023), De Pere School District Board of Education At-large. We need your help. 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. .results_text { I pledge to bridge the gap between your child's education and your parental influence. margin-bottom:0px; Being a member of the School Board would allow me to help guide the current and future direction of the district. Melissa Niffenegger received 1,592 votes; Jeff Dickert got 1,554; and Wolf Hindrichs got 1,274. 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. To register for the April election, find your polling place and see what will be on the ballot, visit myvote.wi.gov/en-us/. 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. Apr 07, 2020. The virus is here in our City and neighboring region, and spreading at unsafe levels. To subscribe go to. West De Pere School District is a highly rated, public school district located in DE PERE, WI. Melissa Niffenegger, 39, is a small business owner with bachelor's degrees in business management and science from Bellevue University. 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Boucher has been banned from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay campus since 2013, a consequence of inappropriate behavior. background-color: #003388; } We need to make sure we add things such as computer coding, college credit courses, and apprenticeship to help all students attain a base education for whatever future they select. padding-top: 8px; Zone 6 (Village of Hobart, town of Oneida), Zone 2 (Towns of Chase, Little Suamico, Morgan), This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: Green Bay, De Pere, West De Pere school boards have contested races, Green Bay, De Pere, West De Pere school boards have contested races, 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, Republicans Use Arcane Political Tactic to Thwart Democrats, Carrollton man charged after allegedly using arrest of fentanyl suspects to advertise his own drugs, HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP: Nantucket boys basketball come up short in MIAA tourney, Rebel Wilson claims Meghan Markle is not as cool as Prince Harry, Buckeye mom accused of killing adoptive son extradited to Arizona. I support keeping kids in the classroom as much as possible, allowing parents to make decisions about masks/vaccines, and providing the support our dedicated teachers so desperately need. To learn about the four candidates' top educational issues and their thoughts on achievement, school funding and curriculum, you can read their candidate Q&As here. (920) 425-1915. border:1px solid #FFB81F; I have a number of years of experience in federal, county, and school district governments. Our kids deserve better. float: left; } This change will also save our parents or students on post-secondary costs! background-color: red; background-color: #db0000; } 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. Expanding viewpoints, training teachers and relooking disciplinary consequences is where I would start. complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey. University of Oklahoma Athletics Department Norman, Oklahoma NEW! Our Class Message Board. var nTimer = setInterval(function() { 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. State legislature | Our excellent and committed staff continue to challenge our young learners each and every day. If reelected, I promise to stay focused on these issues to keep our schools strong. background-color: #f4f4f4; text-align: center; Youngquist has served on the board since 2014, and Seeman has served since 2009. } } width: 90%; By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data. Mark Meneau: 1,606: 24 %Melissa Niffenegger: 1,592: 24 %Jeff Dickert: . text-align: center; .large-date { text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600;} (i) denotes incumbent. div.survey-scrollbox { height:400px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; } Since the WDP school district released its metrics and updated COVID-19 dashboard, this petition is being updated to address the community concerns regarding these metrics. His campaign website is the Wolf for School Board Facebook page. The fact that we are still requiring children to mask using basically any material they see fit to comply shows that some have not learned much and its time for our policies to change. .widget-row.heading { My day to day is spent understanding the competing needs and desires of stakeholders: executives, frontline workers, unions and shareholders; then moving them towards a common goal that benefits everyone. background: #4c4c4c; Your participation is requested! COVID is probably going to be with us like the seasonal flu. } } 0.9. According to state test scores, 46% of students are at least proficient in math and 45% in reading. Mark Meneau, although not an incumbent this year, has served in two previous terms on De Pere School Board. Ill serve the district as a voice for the community. background-color: grey; As a De Pere business owner, and mom to children in the district, I have a vested interest in helping our students succeed. "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. In the state funding system, this is an advantage. 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. .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper { The school board approves the final curriculum. if (typeof $ != 'undefined') { Address: The GroundTruth Project, Lockbox Services, 9450 SW Gemini Dr, PMB 46837, Beaverton, Oregon 97008-7105. Assistant Soccer Coach (Goalkeepers), WSOC. This has been our main goal. The primary will knock out one of the candidates. Children deserve to learn in an environment that is free of discrimination, violence and harassment point blank. .votebox-results-cell--check { color: black; background-color: #f9f9f9; .race_header.democratic { Candidates from 36 states completed the survey. } background-color: grey; background-color: green; } Near term, I would consider moving the district office away from the high school and making use of that building for class space. 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. The district will need to plan for this growth and what the new facilities needs will be and where to place future schools, based on the growth and new educational programming. margin: auto; Danielle DuClos is a Report for America corps member who covers K-12 education for the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Danielle DuClos is a Report for America corps member who covers K-12 education for the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Im the end product of a diverse education, starting in Berlin, Germany, as the son of an American spy during the Cold War. Dickert: De Pere is a growing school district. color: #888; 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. Officials in the Unified School District of De Pere decided to extend all classes to be held virtually until November 6 in a meeting on October 5. We need leaders on our School Board who understand that COVID has presented challenges to education that are more complex than one issue. The candidates are incumbents Scott Borley and Barbara Van Deurzen and challengers Adam Aleknavicius, Nathan DeLorey, Jason Dorn and Jamie Kinjerski. font-style: italic; Science saved a UWGB professor's life. Parents are asking for choice with masking. 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. This meant that they had to constantly re-adjust to changing conditions and expectations. } If it does not meet community norms, the board will not approve it. Whakapiki ake te ptea m te Matatini. Im an English major, so I dont know the science. height: 56px; font-weight: bold; display: table; 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. 32.88 Les meilleures offres pour Sarcasme chargement Drle Hommes T Shirt-Anniversaire Fte Des Pres Cadeau Pour Papa Grand-pre sont sur Comparez les prix et les spcificits des produits neufs et d'occasion Pleins d'articles en livraison gratuite For serving on the board, board members receive $3,200. However, as I learned more about the virus, masks, social distancing and quarantining, I began to realize much of what was being suggested was either ineffective and/or did not properly consider the cost to our children. Jason Potts (i) Teresa M Ford (i) Scott Jandrin (i) Allen McGuire Michell Bartlein Jeff Eilers Michael Moran Amanda Pascoe. State executives | a.communitylink { color:black; font-weight:bold; } .inner_percentage.Green { width: 350px; .votebox-results-cell--number { I support keeping our curriculum focused on teaching the fundamentals and ensure our children will be competent adults. } (function() { How to run for office | Here's more information about the candidates moving on to the general election: Jeff Dickert, 66, is retired but spent 44 years in education as a teacher, coach, principal, superintendent and leader of CESA 7. Hindrichs: I would introduce more options for foreign language like Mandarin and German, and I would have language instruction begin in kindergarten. .race_header.green { text-align: center; I agree with the residents concerns and will help the board incorporate these concerns into school policy. They have had to bear the greatest burden and I feel that their best interests have had to take second place to the interests of others in our community. } Hours Per Week: 20. De Pere School District is growing, and all indications are that it will continue growing well into the 2030s. | Future curriculum: As we continue to move into an advanced society, we constantly need to review our curriculum. North Carolina A&T State University Greensboro, North Carolina NEW! overflow-x: auto; Call the Clerk's office at 339-4050. How to vote | In 2017, Lipka received the Flavorist of the Year Award from the WFFC. Vote for 2. Our current space is very dated and inadequate to provide the necessary learning opportunities for those that want to pursue those careers. } Their message states the CDC lists the area as producing more than 1,000 new positive COVID-19 cases within the past 14 days per 100,000 people. The impact of our response to this virus has been greater than the virus itself with respect to our children. Risas. 100% remote. 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.. I believe our parents and teachers have played a huge role in our success! width: 100%; Click here to contact us for media inquiries, and please donate here to support our continued expansion. I have a student in the school district as well.. } clearInterval(nTimer); width: 35px !important; display: inline-block; Former school board member, Mark Meneau, who served four terms, 2010-22, is among the contenders. I really hope that they start to be more transparent because I feel like they arent clearly reporting the number of cases that are in the schools when we were in person, Adrianne Burns, who has kids enrolled in the district, said. Resourcing: It will be addressed with the district technology plan, but tech ed starts in elementary school, building on concepts like safety, and continues to grow with our children so that they have relevant classes. 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. At the meeting, dozens of people spoke before the board voted in favor of and against having students on school grounds. NEW! Im tired of education always being treated as an afterthought, and Im unhappy with the polarization we see in our nation and our community; education shouldnt be partisan. vertical-align: top; Everyone has now had ample time to reach their own conclusions on what is best for their families, therefore, they should be free to decide how they wish to deal with it. 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. a[aria-expanded=true] .fa-chevron-right { display: none; } 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. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The pandemic has led to an educational crisis that will require extraordinary measures to solve. } 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. background-color: green; background-color: #ccc; One of the most mentioned issues concerns children not feeling safe. Additionally, my background and education have given me a strong foundation in business operations and fiscal management. I was initially surprised to hear it, but teachers, students and parents have underscored that children do not feel safe. Noteworthy respondents included Virginia Governor. I feel this should be a collaborative effort in educating our children. Subscriptions are $54.00 annually. Dean Rassch, a De Pere Alderman, spoke in favor of bringing students back. color:white; In a 4 to 1 vote, the school board continued with the districts plans for in-person learning after holding a special meeting inside West De Pere High School to discuss the issue. (Original) - School Board members of the West De Pere School District will hold a special meeting Saturday night. font-size: 12px; 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.