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LaVille School Board – Union Township (Marshall, St. Joseph)

School board members oversee the governance of the public school district. They establish policies, adopt the district budget, hire and evaluate the superintendent, and make decisions affecting curriculum, facilities, finances, and long-term planning. Board members represent the interests of students, families, staff, and the community while ensuring the district complies with state and federal laws.

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    Arden Balmer
    (Ind)

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    Bradley Sherman
    (Rep)

Biographical Information

What made you decide to run for school board? What experience and skills would make you an effective member of the school board?

What do you see as the district's most important challenge, and how would you address it?

What role should parents, students, and community members play in district decision-making?

Do you agree with the new state law allowing school board candidates to list a party affiliation? What influenced your decision to list one or not?

With Indiana law decreasing property tax revenue most districts will receive, what budget items do you support prioritizing? What areas are most ripe for cuts?

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Occupation/Current Position Hoosier Racing Tire/ Sales Operations
I graduated from LaVille HS in 2004. In that same year, I earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Those experiences taught me the value of service, leadership, and giving back to the community. For nearly 20 years, I had the privilege of serving as a volunteer firefighter in Lakeville. Throughout my volunteer service, I’ve witnessed firsthand how much our community can accomplish when people come together with a common purpose. Since stepping away from the fire department, I’ve been looking for another meaningful way to serve. Serving on the school board is an opportunity that has been on my mind for quite some time because I care deeply about the future of our schools and our students. I will work to represent the interests of our students, teachers and staff, listen to our families and make thoughtful decisions that strengthen our schools.
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