Last week we asked the three Arlington School Board candidates who are seeking the Democratic endorsement to write a sub-750 word essay on why our readers should vote for them in the endorsement caucus on May 15 and 17.
Here is the unedited response from Greg Greeley:
Over coffees and breakfasts, and outside the more than 1,000 doors I’ve knocked on since December, I’ve had great conversations about how to make our good schools even better. It’s been a chance to listen and learn and to share my own vision for our schools.
I’m so grateful to have earned the support of Sally Baird, Karen Darner, Ingrid Morroy, Patrick Hope, Adam Ebbin and so many other community leaders. The Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund and Past PTA Presidents from across Arlington have endorsed me, as have even the Wakefield High School Young Democrats. Now I’m asking you for your support. I hope you will agree that I am the best choice to serve on the Arlington School Board right now.
Why should you vote for me? Here are four reasons:
I’m the only candidate who lives in South Arlington. A 27-year resident of Columbia Pike, my son attended Randolph Elementary School, a Title 1 school that has struggled to meet the needs of its diverse learners. There I worked closely with families, staff, school administration, and neighbors to build a stronger neighborhood school. My son now attends Jefferson Middle School and will attend Wakefield High School. With a perspective shaped by my experience in South Arlington schools, I will bring a critical balance to the School Board. I will work to meet the needs of all school communities.
I’m the only candidate working on our school system’s crowding problem. As a member of the Arlington Public Schools (APS) Facilities Advisory Council (FAC) and chair of its Projections and Capacity Subcommittee, I have been immersed in the most critical issue facing our school system–our capacity crisis. Over 7,000 additional students will enter APS in the next decade. I am already working to ensure that APS provides sufficient resources to meet the needs of all our children in the best way possible. I am also working to ensure that our solutions are constructive and positive, serving the needs of all students. The School Board named me an “Honored Citizen” for my service to our public schools on this important issue.
I am the only candidate with more than 25 years of professional leadership experience. An Air Force veteran and business professional, I have managed budgets and staff and know how to address our community’s needs in fiscally responsible ways. Working with the County Board (which funds our schools), I will guarantee that we plan smartly, use our resources wisely, and ensure our school system’s current and future needs are met.
Finally, I am the only candidate who is the parent of an English language learner. As a foster parent and the parent of an English language learner who is now a Dream Project scholar, I know we can do better for our kids with special needs. We must serve all of our children with special needs, be they students with language and ability needs or students with gifted needs. I will work to ensure that all of our learners with special needs get the early intervention and consistent, effective support they need to succeed in school and in life.
To learn more, please visit my campaign web site at www.gregreeley.com. Thank you for your support on May 15th or 17th!
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