A native of Mechanicville, I moved to Saratoga Springs in 2008 with my wife Karen from Chatham, NJ, as we believe our wonderful city is a greatest place to raise our family. Next Fall our boys will enter 6th and 9th grades in the Saratoga Springs School District.
For the past 8 years, I coached and volunteered my time to three different youth sports leagues as well as co-founded Saratoga NFL Flag Football. Recently I decided to run for the board of education as I have come to know many of the students in our community and I want them to receive the best education we can give them. A solid education is the cornerstone upon which they can build their dreams.
We must ensure all students receive the materials and resources they need to meet their individual educational needs, especially those students who require special services. Our district must continue to provide and enhance services for students with special needs so they can be on a level playing field with their peers. This is Inclusion in Education.
As a district we must give all stakeholders financial transparency so they can make informed decisions and voice their concerns before voting to approve the budget annually. This is Financial Diversity and Accountability.
Most importantly I am for school safety on all our campuses with a focus on prevention and intervention. We must ensure the safety of everyone on our grounds so they can focus on education. We must promote the “Safe School Help Line” app to empower all students, uphold restorative practices as necessary detailed in the “Student Code of Conduct” and seek restorative treatment for those students that need it. This is Equitable School Safety.
I have a vision of the school district much like that of a sports team. Every successful team needs effective leadership. I hope to provide some of that Leadership to the Board of Education and I ask that all of you willing to do so be a team player with me. Educators, parents and students coming together for a common goal, a winning education for all.
- Coach Ed
