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ELECTION Guide 2010 to offer my opinion or advice to make learning opportunities better for all students. (4) We need to better prepare all students to be successful after high school. If students feel that class- es are relevant, they will be less likely to drop out of school. Students going straight into the work force af- ter high school need a foundation in a career so that they can earn a decent living and contribute to society. We need to expose students to more trades, like auto mechanics, heating and air, plumbing, brick masonry, floral design, and cosmetology, and give them the opportunity to receive a deeper knowledge of these trades in high school so that they can get certifications and be prepared for employment soon after graduation. We currently offer Huskins courses across the county that touch on this concept, but we really need to expand this opportunity. Not all students will go to college, however, students can be trained in important jobs that our community needs and relies on and be successful. Student who do go to college, need more rigorous classes to be offered in our high schools so that they are prepared to be successful in college. The military option should be encouraged more in our high schools because that is a wonderful career choice for many of our students. Some high schools do a better job than others showcasing our military as a viable option af- ter high school. We need to have more conversation about where students see themselves after high school and do everything we can to get them ready. We need to make school meaningful to all students. Ernest Jerome Goodson (1) There are multiple factors which determine how well a student will score on a test. A student’s test score is one measure of the teacher’s effectiveness in teaching subject matter. Teachers should teach lessons and skills that students can apply in real life situations to be happy and successful in life (2) My schedule can be easily rearranged to allow me to participate in meetings. My staff is very competent and offers the kind of flexibility that will allow me to attend meetings and special events that involve making school policy. Making policy that will allow every child in Cumberland County an opportunity to graduate from high school, help create and participate in a new economy. The next upswing in our economy will involve science, technology, engineering, and math. Our students need to be prepared to take on the chal- lenges of an economy based on the subjects I mentioned. Further, my policies should include opportunities to reduce the drop-out rate in Cumberland County and improve the overall health of our students. our educational system. Want to see the fun side of Fayetteville? THE Make Lidos Your Dining & Entertainment Destination! Live Jazz Band Every 4th Friday • Authentic European Cuisine • Open for Lunch & Dinner, 7 Days a Week • Late Night Entertainment Tues, thru Sat. Show your staff how much you appreciate their hard work & dedication. Hey Boss! John SZOKA NC HOUSE DISTRICT 22 PRINCIPLES, NOT POLITICS “I believe we need to get government off the backs of regular folks - lower taxes and reduce the size of government to unleash small businesses to create jobs and get our economy turned around.” Paid by John Szoka for NC House - Brandy Soles, Treasurer WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM 02 BOOK YOUR PARTY NOW! • Holiday Lunch/Dinner Parties • Hail & Farewells • Coportate Functions • Celebrations of Every Kind S OW! THE Book early and we’ll save the date for you! 102 Person St. • Fayetteville • Unhealthy students cannot create a healthy economy. (3) I am an adult who has graduated from five post-secondary institutions. If elected, it is likely that among the school board members I will have the broadest background in education. A bachelor of science, doctor of dental surgery, fellowship in dental surgery, and the equivalent of two master’s degrees make me qualified to make decisions about education. All of this education is supported by volunteering in public schools for more than 15 years as a mentor, advisor, Science Olympiad coach, and tutor. My experiences include learning how to formulate education policy while attending the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University and serving on a university board at my alma mater, UNC-Chapel Hill. (4) Student underperformance and lack of achievement are our biggest problem. This can be reflected in high drop-out rates and low test scores. Mary Kosterman Hopkins (1) I believe to rely solely on tests scores as an indicator of a teacher’s ability to teach is a mistake. Tests scores reveal only a one dimensional view of a child’s progress. They do not measure every aspect of what we consider to be good teaching. You cannot test for enthusiasm or creativity. One of several flaws with this concept is that a weaker student might have great growth during the year but this might not be reflected on standardized tests as he/she may still not have met the standard. There are too many variables to rely solely on Value Applied Modeling, although I agree that it could be used in conjunction with interviews, classroom observations, and other traditional methods of teacher evaluations. It is unethical for teachers to teach to the test. Although I think that NCLB has created a more stressful environment for teachers regarding testing results, I also think that it has created a more aligned curriculum across the grade levels and teachers are more attuned to the standard concepts that must be taught. (2) I chose this opportunity to run for the Board of Education because I can now devote the time that it requires and deserves. Both of my boys are in college after graduating from this school system and I am looking forward to focusing my energies on the issues and concerns of this community regarding 9 0 2 910-222-8237 OCTOBER 20-26, 2010 UCW 23 VOTE Costume Contest Sat., Oct. 30 Halloween