Letter to ABC District Voters

By Celia Spitzer

In this election, you will have the opportunity to ensure that our school district continues the progress of the past four years. To do so, you need to choose a proven leader and supporter of ABC's many accomplishments. I am one of those people.

Since being elected to the school board in 1999, I have strongly supported the modernization of all thirty schools, completed ahead of schedule and under budget; curriculum and programs that have resulted in consistent increases in test scores; requiring all teachers to be fully credentialed; increasing district partnerships with businesses and community organizations from 50 to over 400; and maintaining the K-3 class sizes at 20 to 1. Personally, I recommended expanding GATE programs to all elementary schools, now a reality. In addition, I maintain direct contact with our schools as a weekly classroom volunteer, helping students with math, and by attending daytime school events. This involvement gives me first-hand knowledge of what is happening in our schools.

As a School Board member, I have shown my ability to analyze information, listen to people, and make informed, intelligent decisions. Most importantly, I care about children. I care about their future and want to ensure that every ABC student has access to the finest education available anywhere.

As a continuing ABC Board member, I will strive to keep K-3 classes small; monitor district finances closely and spend wisely; properly maintain our schools; augment district financial resources through grants, donations, and careful management of district assets; and continue the productive cooperation among the board, administration, and employee groups.

Your vote for me on November 4 will give me the opportunity to continue effectively serving you and the children of the ABC School District.

Best regards,

Celia Spitzer