Three newcomers aim for ACSD seats

The Independent sent four education-related questions to each of the three, first-time candidates competing next week in a five-person race for three Middlebury seats on the Addison Central School District board: Vance Bishop, Ron Makleff and Jess Venable-Novak.

Letter to the editor: ACSD candidates backed as knowledgable, caring

I am writing to voice my support for Jess Venable-Novak and Ron Makleff for ACSD School Board.

Letter to the editor: Experienced, hardworking ACSD incumbent backed

I would like to strongly endorse Steve Orzech of Middlebury for the ACSD Board.

Letter to the editor: Conlon backs Orzech in race

When it comes to the Town Meeting Day elections for the Addison Central School District board, experience counts. That is why I will cast one of my votes for Steve Orzech of Middlebury.

Letter to the editor: New candidates best for ACSD

Our school district — and all those around the state — face a lot of challenges. Serving on the school board is an important and demanding job. ACSD school board candidates Jess Venable-Novak and Ron Makleff are rising to the occasion.

Letter to the editor: Former ACSD board member backs Orzech

Steve Orzech has no agenda. He looks at the issues facing our district in an honest way and is not afraid to make tough, and sometimes unpopular choices.

Letter to the editor: New ACSD candidates bring ‘fresh perspective’

I bring to your attention the names of candidates who I believe will serve us admirably: Jess Venable-Novak and Ron Makleff. These candidates offer a fresh perspective, dedication and a commitment to collaborate with the other School Board members in meet … (read more)

Letter to the editor: Venable-Novak, Makleff boosted for ACSD board

I first met Jess when our kids were babies at a Music Together class in Middlebury and since that day, I have seen Jess show up with an open mind, open heart and generous spirit in every subsequent context.

Letter to the editor: Choose these 3 ACSD candidates; don’t vote for this 1

As an education advocate and close observer of the ACSD School Board, I’m voting for Ron Makleff, Jess Venable-Novak, and Brian Bauer on March 4. But one board member does not get my support.

Letter to the editor: New candidates good choices for ACSD board

I am supporting Jess Venable-Novak and Ron Makleff for ACSD School Board. I encourage you to join me. At this challenging time for our schools and communities, we need new voices and creative thinkers to advocate for our students and make sure they all fe … (read more)

Letter to the editor: No to ACSD budget until consolidtion considered

I am writing this letter to do something I never thought I would be doing… encouraging people to vote no on a school budget. As a school board member on a number of school boards (Mary Hogan, UD#3, and the new ACSD) for over 20 years, this isn’t something … (read more)

Letter to the editor: ACSD candidates committed to public education

We urge all voters in the Addison Central School District to vote for Jess Venable-Novak and Ron Makleff as new school board members from Middlebury.

Letter to the editor: Makleff and Venable-Novak are what ACSD needs

I am a Cornwall School parent of two, and I support Ron Makleff and Jess Venable-Novak for seats on the Addison Central School District board in the upcoming election on March 4.

Letter to the editor: Adult allies are essential to promote student voices

I am using my voice to support Ron Makleff and Jess Venable Novak for Addison Central School District board; two advocates who I know will stand up for my peers and our community as a whole.

Letter to the editor: Venable-Novak, Makleff best for current crisis

This Town Meeting Day, I will be bringing to the polls my hopes and dreams for my daughter’s future. Now 8 years old, these next 10 years will set her on the course for adulthood, with an Addison Central School District public education as the foundation … (read more)

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