Meet Nazareth Area School Board Candidate Linda Stubits

PRIMAY ELECTION2013

NAZARETH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD DIRECTOR CANDIDATE

Name of candidate Linda  Gerenser Stubits              Party Republican;   Crossfiled Democrat and Republican

Candidate for Nazareth School Board Region 3             

                        Nazareth Boro Wards 1, 2, 3; Stockertown, Upper Nazareth West

Municipality  Upper Nazareth Township; Region 3 

Previous tenure as a Nazareth Area School District Board Member:  1997-2001              

EDUCATION

Graduate:  Nazareth High School

B.S.    Elementary Education, East Stroudsburg University

M.Ed  Education Leadership, Lehigh University

M.S.   Instructional Technology, Lehigh University

D.Ed  Educational Administration, Widener University

CURRENT OCCUPATION:

Independent Consultant for Education and Leadership

Community Involvement

Phi Delta Kappa, Education Program Chair

Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development

PA Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development

PA Association of School Administrators

NCC_PA Association of School Retirees, Vice President

Nazareth Area Blue Eagle Education Foundation Trustee

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Lafayette College Maroon Club

Teaching Experience:

Nazareth Area School District

Stroudsburg Area School District

Colonial Intermediate Unit 20

Kutztown University

Wilkes University

Lehigh University

Administration Experience

Bethlehem Area School District (Professional Development/Technology Facilitator)

East Stroudsburg School District (Assistant Principal)

Oley Valley School District( Building Administrator, Assistant Superintendent)

Business Experience

·      Owner: Two Bits Computer Services

·      Independent Education and Leadership Consultant

Top 3 Challenges and What I Would Do About Them:

·      To increase open communication among board members, administrators, teachers, students, community and business members.

o   The entire educational community should be educated as to what is occurring in the district related to such areas as the Common Core Standards, teacher evaluation and supervision, implementation of instructional programs, bullying, student safety, and budget concerns.  

All district stakeholders need to partner with and demonstrate sincere appreciation for local community and business groups that are willing to contribute funding in the form of grants, endowments, scholarships, etc. These groups could provide valuable resources and at the same time alleviate tax burdens.

·      Increased integration of technology across all academic areas.  

o   I would be a part of  leading discussions, town meetings, and researching grant opportunities to seek out funding in order to continually improve upon the use of current instructional technology strategies throughout the K-12 learning environment.

·      Balance a budget without sacrificing quality teachers, administrators and programs

o   I feel I need to listen to the taxpayers about how to use their hard earned dollars wisely to make sound financial decisions, while continually improving upon the quality of education programs.  I will use my wealth of successful experiences to find ways to try to reduce the tax burden on taxpayers while assuring a safe learning environment for all.

Why Am I Running For School Board

I am seeking election as a school board candidate for the Nazareth Area School District because I am passionate about education and I am concerned about the tax base. I want to be part of improving the quality of curriculum, assessment and instruction for all students in a community which has been home to me for my lifetime. I feel I have the knowledge and leadership skills to build partnerships, provide education excellence and at the same time appreciate taxpayer values.

What qualifies you to Run For School Board:

·      Lifetime resident and taxpayer in the Nazareth Area School District

·      Nearly half a century in education as a parent, teacher, building principal, and central office administrator

·      Educational leader for local, state, and nationally recognized programs

·      Extensive involvement in Nazareth community and volunteer initiatives.

Do you use social media?  Yes

Facebook pages: Linda Gerenser Stubits;  Vote Linda Gerenser Stubits for Nazareth Area School Board

Twitter:  VOTE LINDA STUBITS @voteforstubits

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