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Jefferson County School District Director Position 3 Choose 1

There are 197 public school districts in Oregon, each governed by a board of education. School boards set goals, establish policies, oversee the performance of district schools, and negotiate contracts. The state Board of Education sets broader educational policies and standards that local schools are required to follow.Qualifications: Candidate must be a registered voter and a resident of the district for at least 1 year. Employees of the district are not eligible unless employed as a substitute driver. ORS 332.016 and 332.018(2)Term: 4 years

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Demus Martinez (N)

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What skills and experience do you bring to school board service?

Financial skills counselor for youth (certified) Credit counselor (certified) Housing counselor (HUD CERTIFIED) Youth Coach 5 years Program mgt 5 years Community volunteer 20 years Budget committee member 1 year Foster parent 2 years Tribal court advocate 10 years Native Aspirations Member (Chair and Vice chair) 10 years Victims of crime volunteer advocate 2 years

What is your understanding of the District’s obligations to comply with federal and state education policies?

It’s policy to adhere to all state and federal laws while ensuring rights are protected for all students They look to legal counsel for advice when needed and direction from Oregon State

How would you address the issues facing the District’s schools that you consider the most urgent?

Budget cuts DOE elimination Reading and math testing

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Jacob Struck (N)

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What skills and experience do you bring to school board service?

Candidate has not yet responded.

What is your understanding of the District’s obligations to comply with federal and state education policies?

Candidate has not yet responded.

How would you address the issues facing the District’s schools that you consider the most urgent?

Candidate has not yet responded.