Robert Lee Announces Candidacy for District 300 Board of Education

The first candidate out of the box in Carpentersville District 300 is Robert Lee. Here is his announcement press release:

ROBERT LEE ANNOUNCES CAMPAIGN FOR DISTRICT 300 SCHOOL BOARD

EAST DUNDEE – Robert Lee, a member of the District 300 Community Finance Committee (CFC) and resident of East Dundee, announced his campaign for the District 300 School Board.

“District 300 is a fundamental part of my community. I’ve had the privilege to be part of D300 with the Policy Committee and CFC. Now, I hope that my neighbors give me a chance to serve them further on the Board of Education,” Lee said.

Petitioning for the April 7, 2009 consolidated election began on October 29, 2008, with the goal of each candidate for the Board of Education to collect at least fifty valid signatures. Lee feels that should not be a problem for him considering his involvement with some of the District’s committees.

“I have been exposed to the finances of the school district and the policies that govern the district’s activities. Also, I worked with other members of the community to develop ways to improve the district’s communication activities.

“That exposure has given me insight into what the board must do to establish a strong district for current and future students to enjoy. We still face significant issues regarding our budgeting process, program evaluation, and curriculum that must be resolved, though.”

Robert notes that since the referendum, non‐capital expenditures have outpaced incoming revenues.

He continues that another referendum will not be necessary if the school district begins to implement policies that control reckless spending.

Additionally, he notes that district safety issues are important for the future of the school district, and wishes to see the curriculum improve in a way that develops students who take personal responsibility in their education seriously.

“I’m running because my community is important to me. East Dundee and District 300 are my home, and will be for a long time. I want to make sure District 300 is a source of pride for students, parents, families, and taxpayers are proud in.”


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Robert Lee Announces Candidacy for District 300 Board of Education — 1 Comment

  1. Robert Lee ran for Republican precinct committeeman earlier this year and came in 3rd in a three-way race. This guy is barely 28 years old, and should bring an interesting perspective to this race. According to campaign finance filings, Bobbie Andresen is Rob Lee’s treasurer. Andresen was a strong proponent of the successful D300 challengers in 2007.

    The incumbents up for re-election next year are Mary Warren, Karen Roeckner and Anne Miller. It’ll be interesting to see how this campaign plays out.

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