League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area Education Fund
Hamilton County, OH November 5, 2013 Election
	Marcia A. Futel Answers Questions Candidate for Member of Board of Education; Cincinnati City School District

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. What are your qualifications for office? (50 word limit)

I bring a variety of perspectives as a business owner, leadership trainer, teacher/coach, and parent advocate. As a financial services professional, I serve families as a coach and problem-solver. As a former computer systems professional and project manager, I bring process, logic, and a results-oriented focus.

2. What can be done to improve Cincinnati Public Schools' results at current funding levels? (100 word limit)

EVERY Cincinnati Public School, whether it is a magnet or neighborhood school, should provide a high quality education for ALL students. Struggling students must be brought up to at least their current grade level. CPS must attract and retain the best staff through effective performance evaluation and intentional career paths. Building strong relationships with parents which leads to raising academic achievement, should be promoted, supported, and expected. Combined, these would make CPS district schools more attractive, resulting in increased enrollment and revenue.

3. What will you do to build consensus in the community in support of Cincinnati Public Schools? (100 word limit)

I would create a "win-win" scenario where businesses, community leaders, retirees, etc. could offer internships and service learning opportunities that complement what students are learning in each grade. I believe that adult leaders would be rewarded through the relationships with students and helping them to learn marketable skills. Students would have "real work world" experiences that would contribute to these workplaces. This would build a local employee pool for our city.

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