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Give your vision for how a board should communicate, problem solve, and still work through the pressing issues for teachers, students, and taxpayers.

Out-of-Township (Vote for 1) Justin Lamb: Having conversations outside of the public meetings is a way to address a lot of issues.  Developing a level of trust and respect among all members.  Taking the time to listen and understand the views of others.  Patrick MacKay: The board should embrace passionate […]

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From your perspective, talk about the district’s financial health, and what path you would like to see the district take in the next 5 years.

Out-of-Township (Vote for 1) Patrick MacKay: Based on conversations with constituents, the district’s financial health is an important issue for many people.  While I believe the past should be examined because it informs our future, it is the future that we must concern ourselves with.  We need a comprehensive 5-year […]

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With continued residential growth within the Mahomet-Seymour boundaries, and schools that are overcrowded, what role should the board play in decision-making for both the immediate issues and planning down the road?

In-Township (Vote for 2) Sunny McMurry: The district needs to work within their financial means while also making a plan for the future of our district with the support of the board and input from the community, teachers and staff. Thankfully, the community engagement group for facilities planning has finally […]

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What is the school board’s role in addressing diversity? What goals and policies do you think should be in place to address equity and inclusion?

In-Township (Vote for 2) Rebecca Richardson: Diversity is a fancy word for differences. We have them; we always have had them. Eye color, hair color, presence or absence of freckles and birthmarks, hand dominance, height and weight are all examples of diversity. There was a time in our country when […]