} WisDOT is urging motorists to stay alert. In the February primary, Meneau took the lead with the most votes, followed by Niffenegger, Dickert and Hindrichs. Check to see if you're registered to vote. .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper .image-candidate-thumbnail { De Pere School Board (2 seats) Jeff Dickert: 3,628* Melissa Niffenegger: 3,321* Mark Meneau: 3,019 Wolf Hindrichs: 2,391 West De Pere School Board (2 seats) Jenni Fuss (i): 3,732*. .large-date { text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600;} } .widget-key { Each of the candidates addressed the need to update facilities to accommodate modern learning as well as population growth in the De Pere area. Niffenegger: Our schools should represent all people. .non_result_row div { Niffenegger is a small-business owner and parent of three kids. Foxview's Dunn Recognized for Special Education Excellence May 24 2023. I would like to serve the community where I grew up, where my children attend school and where my family currently lives. .results_table { Czachor: I have an extensive background in government service. Bergner: Currently the state has a budgetary surplus of roughly $6 billion. .results_text { The COVID pandemic is over and should not be used as an excuse to prevent teaching students their grade-level standards. } Our current space is very dated and inadequate to provide the necessary learning opportunities for those that want to pursue those careers. display: inline-block; In the beginning, I believe most of us were unsure what the best strategy was when trying to understand the virus. Relevant experience: Born and raised in west De Pere, graduate class of 97 (as is my wife) with two children and three nephews currently in West De Pere schools. Source: GreenBayPressGazette.com I am also extremely familiar with how government meetings operate. More:De Pere School Board candidates Meneau, Niffenegger, Dickert, Hindrichs advance to April election, More:Here's what De Pere School Board candidates think on funding, achievement and curriculum. De Pere School Board MELISSA NIFFENEGGER (Nonpartisan) - Endorsed by REGULAR JOE West De Pere School Board (two seats) Jason Dorn - Endorsed by REGULAR JOE Justin Czachor - Endorsed by REGULAR JOE Appleton Area School District - At-Large Seat SAM BLACKWELL (Nonpartisan) - Endorsed by REGULAR JOE DEB TRUYMAN (Nonpartisan) - Endorsed by REGULAR JOE Every high school graduate should leave us with at least 20 college credits from either a university or tech college. Current occupation: Associate director of business operations. Having worked through the pandemic and the extraordinary challenges that came with it, I feel that experience along with my current work has prepared me even more for the upcoming challenges that our district will be facing in the next 2-5 years. left: 0; } padding-left: 10px; However, I also believe that school funding is critically important to a districts academic success. font-size: 0.9em; We need to make sure we add things such as computer coding, college credit courses, and apprenticeship to help all students attain a base education for whatever future they select. Hindrichs: Its contentious, underfunded and broken, distributed unfairly between low-income and wealthy districts across the state, and our kids and educators bear the repercussions of over a decade of cuts. font-weight: bold; Relevant experience: I have been a member of the West De Pere School Board for 15 years. Dorn: I'm concerned that the voices that focus on public school funding and the financial issues of the district are drowning out the voices of the parents and taxpayers in the district. De Pere School Board election: Here are the five candidates in the Feb. 16 primary and where they stand on issues Voters will select the top four, who will face off in the April general election for two open seats. background-color: #f9d334; .non_result_row th { What it means to parents, taxpayers. As a mother of threeyoung children attending HeritageElementary andpotentially the only female voice on the board, I would provide a new perspective with a vested interest in the district. background-color: #ccc; font-size: 1.25em; Wisconsin is 24th at $15,015 per student. We have been aggressive in this approach to understand what students need additional resources as we move forward. height: 56px; It will be important to assess and quantify the learning loss at a student level so that a plan can be established to address both macro and individual gaps in learning loss. color: white; This will be a year of significant transition at De Pere with the on-boarding of a new superintendent and the need to rebuild the sense of community that has been impacted by COVID. color: #fff; vertical-align: top; MORE: Howard-Suamico School Board candidates share their views, why they're running ahead of primary. This is how we currently operate as a school board so we can set an example for our district. Having first-hand experience with children in our school is extremely important. display: inline-block; padding-bottom: 5px; During this time, tax levy rates have been on a steady downward trend ($11.59 in 2013 to $7.95 in 2022). State legislature | COVID absenteeism hit these schools hardest. height: 50px; } A special meeting of the Board is also held once a month,generally on the 1st Monday of the month. } Green Bay School Board names Claude Tiller the district's new superintendent, De Pere School Board candidates Meneau, Niffenegger, Dickert, Hindrichs advance to April election, 5 things to know about St. Norbert College's new president, De Pere School Board candidates talk book bans, parent complaint policies and facilities, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The most recent data, from 2020, shows that Utah ranks 49th out of the 50 states and the District of Columbia in per pupil spending and New York ranks second. The vice president, treasurer and clerk get $3,400 and the president gets $3,600. .race_header.green { (function() { background-color: #f9d334; Local voters consistently vote to raise property taxes, but that doesnt make up for the (2009-2019) disparity between 17% inflation and the 6% statewide average student revenue limit increase. He has a bachelor's degree in education from UW-Whitewater and a master's degree and a specialist certification in educational administration from UW-Madison. font-weight: 100; Danielle DuClos is a Report for America corps member who covers K-12 education for the Green Bay Press-Gazette. To do this, we must continue to understand and adapt to the diverse needs of all students, implement practices that care for mental health needs and offer a variety of courses and extracurricular activities that students can connect to. The Titletown Night Market brought together crafts, food and music. Since this is an elected position, my job is to listen, do my part, and vote according to what my constituents' concerns are. $(".collapse-all").on('click', () => { Address: The GroundTruth Project, Lockbox Services, 9450 SW Gemini Drive, PMB 46837, Beaverton, Oregon 97008-7105. Otherwise, you can also register to vote on the day of the election at your polling place with a valid ID and proof ofresidence document. You do that by hiring phenomenal staff, putting common sense policies in place, having great facilities and using taxpayer dollars wisely. Town Board Supervisor Races. Areas of importance that are shared frequently are future facility needs for our population growth, overall technology, improved resources for students with special needs,mental health, and competitive compensation and resources for faculty. font-weight: 300; Heres how they answered our survey. border:1px solid #FFB81F; .contact_office { margin-top: 0.3em; margin-bottom: 0em;margin-right: 0.5em;} } jdickert@depere.k12.wi.us, Melissa Niffenegger Tax-paying residents are concerned with keeping the school board fiscally responsible. div.oneoff-scrollbox.short { height:250px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; } Phone: 920-660-4355 Theprimary election on Feb. 15 will narrow the field to four candidates. .electionsectionheading { It is important to provide continuity and support for Dr. Thompson as he starts his new role and develops his strategic direction for the district. There are excellent programs available for students to gain these certifications and gain work experience as well.
float:right; The number one concern I hear from parents is the lack of communication from the board. I am passionate about being your voice on areas we can excel in for students, parents, and teachers to put us amongthe top districts in NEW. Village Trustee Races. Most of the candidates got similar number of votes with Mark Meneau taking the lead with 1,606. If it does not meet community norms, the board will not approve it. D.C. Everest School Board: At-Large: Corina: Norrbom: De Pere (Unified School District ) At-Large: Wolf: Hendrichs: De Pere Common Council: District 3: Mike: Eserkaln: De Pere Common Council: District 2: Jonathon: Hansen: Eau Claire City Council President: