King County Local Voters Pamphlet

I've been actively involved in Seattle as a neighborhood leader, public school parent and in working to reduce disproportionality. I have 15 years of experience as a City staffer working on issues of community concern, including education. This experience will bring stability to the Board. My emphasis on goals and outcomes will strengthen District effectiveness and accountability.

Top Priorities: Restoring confidence in the budget; hiring a superintendent with a proven track record; holding him/her accountable for principal and teacher success; meaningful community involvement in achieving success for all students.

Selected Endorsements: Norm Rice, Mary Lou Dickerson, Larry Gossett, John Morefield, Jim Diers, Donald Felder, Ed Medeiros, Mariellen Cardella, Jim Street, the Alki Foundation, and IUOE Local 609; recommended by the Seattle Education Association Board.

"I am committed to working with you to build a school system that will make academic success possible for every child." - Darlene Flynn

A Plan for the Future - Jan will establish policies that support innovative programs and options, especially those that are successful with Seattle's racially and culturally diverse population and those that benefit special education students. Jan supports policies that provide for a living wage for teachers, bus-drivers and all District employees.

Educators Support Jan - Jan is endorsed by a variety of educators, including: David Marshak, Ron Snyder, Ted Lockery, Karen Jones, Ernie Seevers, Cathy Taggett, Debby DiDomenico, Joan Redlin, John Nomura, Steve Haines, and Joe Szwaja.

Steve Brown has 7^th and 9^th graders in Seattle Schools. Steve's vision is for EVERY child to have a quality education in SAFE, CARING schools.

Steve has helped guide major school improvements. Hamilton International Middle School has block schedules and multicultural curriculum. Local Elementary Schools have Montessori, aviation and international programs. Test scores are up; dropout rates down. Our principal and teaching corps is strong. Steve responded decisively to the district's financial crisis. When the Board learned the truth, Steve took the lead in hiring outside auditors, creating new accountability measures, and balancing the budget.

Steve has worked with children as a teacher, parent and PTA officer. "My goals for re-election are clear: Hire a new Superintendent; Hold that Superintendent accountable to our educational vision; and Complete reforms to ensure fiscal accuracy and accountability."

Endorsers: Frank Chopp, Helen Sommers, Jim McIntire, Don Nielsen, Ellen Roe

I believe that we can bring out the best in Seattle Public Schools through effective management of existing resources. We must manage our money responsibly, improve our financial stability and value our teachers, principals and staff.

The School District has had a history of deteriorating communication. The result has been poor financial management and decreasing morale that ultimately led to this year's budget disaster.

As a nationally recognized expert in improving government efficiency through improved communication, I will bring a timely and critical expertise to the school board. I have 15 years experience as a steward of public funds.

I come to the School District as a fresh independent voice and an experienced problem solver. It's time for a change on the Seattle School Board.