Re-elect Ted Seche for School Board

By Ted Seche

Ted has served with dedication and a commitment to the WUSD for 12 years. He is a proven leader who demonstrates clear, responsible decision-making.

Trustworthy - Ted can be counted on:

• to make sound decisions and keep an open mind
• listen to all perspectives
• to keep the focus on what's best for every student

• presided as the President to the Board 3 times
• over 100 hours of Governance training (CSBA)
• served on the WUSD Board of Education 12 years
• a Master's Degree in Education

• a soccer coach and an elementary school teacher
• a middle school teacher
• & he currently teaches at a local high school

Ted is the proud father of three WHS Seniors who have attended Windsor schools since kindergarten.

Vote to Re-elect Ted Seche!

Fact Sheet

Ted Seche has served on the WUSD Board of Education since 1996. He has served as president to the Board three times, in the years 2000, 2003 and 2007. He has worked with four superintendents and been involved in the hiring of three, including our current superintendent, Dr. Herrington.

As a member of the board, he has worked to see the completion of construction of the Middle School and the High School, among several construction projects that benefit the students of Windsor schools.

He has also presided on the Board during the initial implementation of the Cali Calmecac Charter School, (now the Cali Calmecac Language Academy), as well as the development of Windsor Oaks Academy and the alternative education center.

Since his time on the board, Windsor schools have been awarded the Distinguished Schools honor at Windsor High School, Windsor Middle School, Brooks Elementary, and Windsor Creek Elementary.

As a member of the Board, Ted has worked collaboratively with the local unions, CSEA & WDEA, to reach agreement on multiple year contracts. Recently, the district has successfully negotiated fiscally responsible salary increases and provides secure health benefits packages for the employees of WUSD that attract & retain the best staff & teachers in the county.

Ted is a member of the Facilities Subcommittee for reviewing and recommending contracts for the modernization and construction of schools facilities.

Ted's three children will be graduating from WHS this year, the first triplets to complete their entire K-12 education through Windsor schools!

Endorsed by:

Windsor District Educators Association (1996, 2000, 2004, 2008) California School Employees Association (2008) Association of California School Administrators (2008)

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Candidates Night Statement, September 30, 2008

Good evening, my name is Ted Seche. I would like to thank the League of Women's Voters and the WUSD for sponsoring this event tonight, and thanks to all of you for being here with us.

To begin, I need to acknowledge the community of Windsor for their support of Measure B, the bond passed this Spring in support Windsor schools. Even in this economy, you placed your trust in this school district, in this board, by supporting the necessary funding that will allow us to provide a 21st century education for our children and to their children. Thank you!

As a member of the Board of Education, we are given, what I believe, is the very appropriate title of "trustees". Not only have you entrusted us with the responsibility to spend your tax dollars to fulfill a promise of adequate facilities for our students, but more importantly, you entrust us every day with the responsibility of educating your children.

I believe in the education we provide to our children. My three children have been in this district since kindergarten and are getting ready to graduate this coming spring from WHS.

I am proud that in my 12-year tenure as a member of the School Board, I have had the opportunity to help oversee the completion of the middle school, the construction and completion of this high school, as well as the graduation of all 10 classes from WUSD.

As a member of this Board, I have served 3 terms in the capacity as president, completed the Masters in Boardsmanship through CSBA and participated in several hours of the Masters of Governance training in support of my fellow board members upon their election to the Board. I understand what it takes to successfully manage and lead the Board of Education and I know the many challenges our district faces every school year. I am dedicated to education. As a teacher, I also know the challenges in the classroom.

As for our district, I anticipate that the next few years will be difficult as we deal with an uncertain fiscal future. However, I believe that we have the best administrative team in the county right here in Windsor, and I have absolute confidence in their ability to us manage this district effectively and responsibly.

The experience, education, and the history that I have with this school district gives me a unique perspective and the long-term vision necessary to offer leadership and guidance to this board and this district.

My hope is to develop a stronger base of parent and community involvement to support the education and social development of the youth in Windsor and to invite your participation so that, together, we can build a stronger community.

My years as a board member have demonstrated a record of sound decision-making, an open-minded approach to solving problems, and dedication to this community. My vision for a dynamic school district for the 21st century will meet the needs of all the children of our community. I believe that this school board should represent a model of leadership and respect for our children and this community. I look forward to continuing our efforts to work with the TOW in a collaborative governance model that meet the needs of this community and the local businesses.

I look to the future of our community so that we may provide the necessary facilities that will serve our community for many generations to come and to prepare our students for the challenges they will face in the 21st century.

I appreciate your time and consideration. My name is Ted Seche and I ask for your continued support on November 4th as a member of the WUSD Board of Trustees. Thank you.