School Committee
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Five residents who must be registered voters are elected to 3-year staggered terms with authority to select, supervise and terminate the Superintendent; review and approve budgets for public education; and establish educational goals and policies for the public schools consistent with the requirements of law and state-wide goals and standards established by the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. The School Committee meets an average of once per week. Each member also serves as a liaison to other boards and commissions.
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Niki Brinkman-Ofenloch
(U)
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Linda Hsiu-Ling Chow
(U)
Why are you running for this office? What are your top priorities?
Relevant Experience
Central Council of PTOs Moderator, Town Meeting Member, Wellesley Scholarship Foundation Treasurer
Wellesley has a strong foundation in our schools, but there is room for growth and improvement. I am running for School Committee to advocate for changes that improve our schools and students’ experience.
My priorities are: 1) Engaging in serious conversation about the strengths and weaknesses of our elementary literacy program; 2) Making meaningful changes in District, School Committee and community communication; 3) Advocating for resources to fulfill the 2023-2028 WPS Strategic Plan initiatives.
In my leadership roles in community organizations, Town Meeting and the school PTOs, I have brought together complex constituencies and listened to all sides to achieve the best outcomes for our community. I will bring the same balanced, thoughtful approach to Wellesley’s School Committee.
Relevant Experience
School Committee, TMM Prec B since 2018; DEI Task Force; Board leadership: WEF, WSF, Teachers21, PTO
During my six years of service on School Committee, I have had the privilege of serving in a leadership role for five of those years. I am seeking re-election to help fulfill the Committee’s current priorities including: bring the FY25 school budget to Annual Town Meeting; roll out the WPS strategic plan; strengthen communications with the community, and bring online two new elementary schools. I also wish to build on work I began during my second term: support WPS strategic plan execution and help communicate the progress; continue work on initiatives related to WPS and the Town’s commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, given my belief equity & excellence are inextricably linked, as are a sense of belonging & feeling valued; and complete the Hunnewell Track & Field Phase II projects
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