Author Archives: Troy
Thanks For The Votes
I humbly say “Thank you” to all of you that voted for school board. As a newcomer, it has been difficult to run against the status quo. Unfortunately, I missed a seat on the USD 204 school by a few … Continue reading
My profile in the Bonner Springs Chieftain
The Bonner Springs Chieftain profiled all the 2011 school board candidates. View my profile at http://bit.ly/ePCLfo. My picture was taken, but didn’t make into the paper. I hope that was due to space constraints, and not because it was a bad picture… … Continue reading
Survey from Midwest Democracy Project
I was contacted by the Kansas City Star to participate in a survey project they are sponsoring. It’s called the Midwest Democracy Project. The Star’s objectivity is questionable at times, but it is an opportunity to reach an audience that candidates … Continue reading
Keep The Focus On Students and Parents (Taxpayers), Not Salaries
There is nothing inherently wrong with trying to get well compensated. But, if union leadership was compensated according to student performance, you can be sure they the truly would ‘doing it for the students’. Poor teachers would be pressured out of the system, new teaching methods would be embraced, and we would likely see an increase in student performance across the board. Continue reading
I’m a candidate again in 2011!
2009 was a trial run. I’m trying this whole ‘elected official’ thing again. So if you live in the Bonner Springs-Edwardsville school district, please vote in the upcoming election on April 5. I’d appreciate your vote, but at least vote … Continue reading
Common Sense Solutions From States’ Education Reform Agendas
In Florida, the State Senate has proposed legislation in two committees to strengthen merit pay for teachers and end tenure. via blog.heritage.org It’s about time that state legislatures starting addressing the inefficiencies in the education system. I wish more states … Continue reading
Many programs face extra funding woes
It’s too bad that the first programs to go during a budget shortfall are the special education programs — especially the programs for gifted students. At least the State Superintendent is saying the right things: “Sometimes so much of the … Continue reading
Local Districts Invoice Government for Unfunded Mandates
What exactly is an ‘unfunded mandate’ anyway? Well, according to Wisegeek.com: An unfunded mandate is a statute or regulation that requires a state or local government to perform certain actions, yet provides no money for fulfilling the requirements. When a … Continue reading
Candidate for School Board
Hello, my name is Troy. I’m running for USD 204 school board, and I’m asking for your vote on April 07, 2009. Continue reading
‘First, Do No Harm’ Should be School Board Policy
The local school board makes policy decisions that can affect operations many years into the future. That’s why I think it’s important to not make reactive decisions- but rather make proactive decisions when it comes to policy matters. Certainly, I … Continue reading