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LWV League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Santa Clara, Santa Cruz County, CA November 4, 2008 Election
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Elise Stassart
Answers Questions

Candidate for
Board Member; Lakeside Joint School District

 
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The questions were prepared by the Leagues of Women Voters of Santa Clara County and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. How would you determine that the schools are using federal, state and local funds wisely and fairly and how would you report your findings to the community?

I would certainly review Lakeside's current budget. I do not believe Lakeside is currently using their allocated resources wisely. I would promote the use of grants to support better extra-curricular programs,so Lakeside could use their regular funding to promote sound educational programs.

2. Are the schools offering instruction appropriate to the diverse educational abilities of all the students?

I do not believe the MOU with Campbell Union School District is in the best interest of our students. It is disruptive to their education, to their relationships, and requires a two hour bus ride after school every day. I don't know many adults who would be willing to sit on a bus for two hours every day after work.

3. Where do you want the District to be five years from now? What steps should the District take to get there?

I believe it is in the District's best interests to consolidate with Los Gatos Union School District. Studies have shown that when rural districts with pupil populations of less than 200 consolidate with an adjacent school district, academic scores go up, taxpayers save money, and property values improve.

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