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Los Angeles County, CA November 5, 2013 Election
Smart Voter Political Philosophy for Chuck Gomer

Candidate for
Governing Board Member; Glendora Unified School District

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I believe School Board members must staunchly advocate for academic excellence so all students can reach their full potential. I am committed to ensuring our schools continue to emphasize academic excellence in a nurturing, healthy and safe environment. Our children deserve an education that prepares them for a lifetime of learning, teaches them to be productive citizens and equips them to successfully face tomorrow's challenges.

I am proud of the accomplishments of our students and staff, and our schools' outstanding reputations, but I firmly believe more can, and must be done for our students. I will continue our District's progress by focusing on five key areas:

1. Increasing academic achievements for all students
2. Continuing the review and enhancement of campus safety
3. Requiring transparent financial accountability
4. Promoting two-way communication with students, staff, parents and the community
5. Providing on-going support and training for teachers and staff

- District and School Board Accomplishments - During my tenure on the Glendora Board of Education, the District has had an outstanding record of accomplishments, including:

  • Increased graduation course requirements
  • Enhanced summer school enrichment programs
  • Increased Advanced Placement courses
  • Expanded student intervention programs at all grade levels
  • Implementation of the Common Core State Standards curriculum
  • Added School Resource Officer by partnering with the Glendora Police Department
  • Increased math requirements for graduation
  • Increased vocational education course opportunities
  • Renovated and modernized all schools
  • Increased staff development
  • Expanded technology programs and resources at all school sites
  • Governed the District in a financially sound and transparent manner
  • Expanded parent communication and participation
  • Expanded and improved college and career workshops
  • Initiated high school and middle school Teen Summit workshops
  • California Distinguished School Awards earned by seven GUSD schools
  • State test scores among the best in the San Gabriel Valley
  • Opened and expanded a GUSD pre-school
  • Expanded student Gifted and Talented Education programs
  • Initiated community and parent ALL-CALL programs
  • Partnered with Glendora Police to present Parent Summit workshops

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