League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area Education Fund
Hamilton County, OH November 6, 2007 Election
	Lynn Ellis Answers Questions Candidate for Board Member; Norwood City School District

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. What are your qualifications for office? (50 word limit)

I have been an involved parent and advocate. For 2 years I have attended all meetings, I believe I understand the issues that face our district. With my background, I see myself as an asset in assessing the test scores and finances of the Norwood School District.

2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)

To improve test scores I will research and utilize the practices of successful school districts and evaluate and improve the leadership of the district. I will spend tax dollars responsibly and wisely by making sure the competitive bid process is used for major purchases, spending for needs first, having a maintenance plan. I believe that spending should be prioritized to children first a then infrastructure. To repair the relationship between the district and community there must be transparency in school business, welcoming citizens into the school buildings and encouraging parent input in decision-making.

3. What is your position on amending the Ohio Constitution with regard to the funding of public schools? (150 word limit)?

While it is true that funding must be equitable, the burden cannot be placed continually on the taxpayer. I am not sure what the answer is to this problem, but the last proposed amendment wasn't it. That amendment didn't explain where this new money would come from and allowed districts to continue the practice of levies. Further, the amendment promised a "high quality education" without giving any provisions for accountability. For now, school districts should be mindful of their spending habits and provide oversight.

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