Judith Amorim Dias 2014-2016 West Essex Board of Education
What issues in education are most important to you?
To listen, understand and advocate for the parents and students of each West Essex community.
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To work with the existing board and Superintendent, ensuring the success of academic achievement, safety and security, artistic expression and recreational sports.
To meet the goals and objectives of the WE strategic plan, inclusive of staff development, facilities and partnerships of academic, arts, music, technology and recreational support.
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To ensure fiscal transparency, development of grant and philanthropic diverse funds to assist the sustainability of our district, without increased tax implications to our residents.
In addition to the school board, in what other ways have you been involved with the community?
Volunteer, grant development
North Caldwell Partnership for Education
West Essex Foundation for Education
North Caldwell Recreation Coach
Soccer, Softball
West Essex Football league and Cheering
Participate and contribute to a number of special causes impacting our community.
Class Parent, Grandview School
Advocate of Health & Wellness
Notre Dame Religious teacher
Interfaith volunteer
Member of 360 Fitness
How will those experiences help you on the school board?
My volunteer experiences within our community provides a diverse understanding of public interest, resources, philanthropic and volunteer efforts of our district. By analyzing audited financial reports of our district and attending monthly public board meetings, permits analysis and compliance of federal education reform and state requirements.
Have you attended or do you have children in the school system?
Yes,
7th Grade West Essex Middle School
3rd Grade Grandview Elementary School
What lead you to want to participate in the school board?
Academic, proffessional and personal experiences led my focused efforts to support the academic, health and economic well being of our community. In great respect of our community, I humbly seek this opportunity to display my abilities in addressing the challenges of our schools and provide solutions to benefit the success of our students, teachers and administrators.
