School Board Member looking for Re-Election

My name is Joe Marinich, and I am 31 years old and I have 3 daughters, and have been married for about 8 years. Two of my daughters will be attending Carlisle this fall. I have currently served on the Board of Education for about 2 years and I am looking to keep my seat after the November elections. I have been the Youth Pastor at the Vineyard Community Church in Franklin for about 8 years.

I am concerned for and care about students of all ages. I take a lot of pride in the city of Carlisle and simply want to make it a place my children and students take pride in graduating. I am passionate about making this an excellent rated school district, and I am currently fighting for better safety and communication within our schools.

Thanks for taking a little time to learn a little about me…

Let me start out by saying that perception is what matters in these sort of elections. What I also realize is that community members and observers typically remember the last few decisions that we as a board make. I think its good sometimes to try and remember our victories, as well as defeats… Here are some victories.

1. We as a board have cut almost $1 million dollars a year.

2. We did this by pretty much not cutting things that would hurt us academically.

3. We have brought trust and communication back to negotiations that take place between administrators, teachers, and board members.

4. We have taken this district from one on financial watch to one that will not finish this year in negative spending.

5. We were a few indicators away from being an excellent rated school district, and not only will we achieve this soon but we get better every year.

These are just 5 reasons to keep this board intact, and there are many more. Although we may not always agree on things we always come to a reasonable decision and we all vote our convictions. I am asking not just for your vote this year, but for your vote for my friends. We have not had much time together to really shape this district and I hope you give us this opportunity.

For more information check my website at www.joe4schoolboard.com, or follow me on twitter at www.twitter.com/joe4schoolboard. There is also a link to my twitter from the homepage of my site if you aren’t good at that sort of thing.

…My name is Joe and I am running for school board. VOTE 4 JOE!

Thanks for your time.

Joe Marinich

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PTO Meeting this week....

CMS PTO Meeting this Thursday Oct. 1st @6:30 pm. in the Chamberlain Middle School Library.

Any questions please contact Molly Henson @ 937-620-0727 or email at molly.henson@carlisleindians.org

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Grandparents/Special Person Day at Alden Brown Elementary

Alden Brown is inviting grandparents or a special person to visit their grand(special) child's school and classroom. There will be a fun craft and yummy treats for you to enjoy! Alden Brown will be selling memory books with a photo of the grandparents/special person with their child for $3.00.

Some students may not have a grandparent or special person available, but the school assures every child will be involved!

Parent's please fill out form sent home with your child and return by this Friday, September 25th.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call Lori Riley 937-743-2227

Schedule and Times for each class for Grandparents/Special person to come in:

Thursday, October 1st
1st Grade
8:45-9:45 a.m. - Brown, Centers, Colvin/Bishop
9:55 - 10:55 a.m. - Fryman, Harris, Townsley

2nd Grade
12:45 - 1:45 p.m. - Bullock, Glover, Oligee, Taliaferro
1:55 - 2:55 p.m. - McAlister, Mousie, Sherwood

Friday, October 2nd
A.M. Kindergarten
8:45-9:45 a.m. - Alcorn, Crowe
9:55 - 10:55 a.m. - Helsinger, Stewart

P.M. Kindergarten
12:45 - 1:45 p.m. - Alcorn, Crowe
1:55 - 2:55 p.m. - Helsinger, Stewart, Dunkman

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Meet School Board Member and Candidate Duane Patrick

Duane Patrick

Candidate: Carlisle School Board

I have been married to Robin for nineteen years. We are proud to have been calling Carlisle home for seventeen years. I am the proud father of, Jacob (8th grade) and Madison (5th grade). My occupation is Family Life Pastor. I have been a full time pastor for four years. After high school, I received an associate’s degree in engineering, and worked as a fire protection designer/engineer for twenty years. In that industry, I was quickly promoted and became the local branch engineering manager for a billion dollar company. I am a proven leader and desire to work and participate as a team. It is one of the strengths of the current School Board. We work well as a team and have no personal agendas.



I have been on the school board for two years. I was appointed to the School Board as a result of a resignation.



I was asked this question(s) by the League of Women Voters. What is the biggest challenge of the Carlisle Local School District? What is your plan to move the Carlisle Local School District from an effective rating to an excellent rating?



The biggest challenge I see for the CLSD, is understanding that we are competing on a global scale and that only the highest form of education for our children will allow us to not only compete but win! Accountability is the only way we will move from effective to excellent. We must hold the students, administration and teachers accountable for test scores. Money can be a factor, but accountability is the key to success.



During my two years on the school board I have gained an incredible amount of knowledge and continue to do so. I believe the Carlisle Local School District is headed in the right direction and desire to be a part of the team that leads us to an excellent rating and the best education our kids deserve and need to succeed.



I will be blogging frequently about election updates and School Board related issues. Please feel free to visit my site. http://duanepatrick.wordpress.com



Duane Patrick

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2009 Marching Indians at the Northmont Festival of Bands

2009 Marching Indians at the Northmont Festival of Bands Pictures.

Pictures sent in by Chris Hall!

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