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November 9, 2011
After elections, School Board may be more responsive to parents
"Reform-minded challengers failed to unseat Fairfax School Board members in Tuesday's election, but they succeeded in forcing candidates across the county to endorse at least some change in the management of the region's largest school system.
Now the question is whether those candidates will keep their campaign promises..."
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October 12, 2011
Stuart Mendelsohn Endorses Elizabeth Schultz for Fairfax County School Board
"Schultz will provide the engaged leadership the School Board needs," says past Chairman of the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce.
Fairfax, VA, Wednesday, October 12, 2011 - Stuart Mendelsohn, noted Land Use and Real Estate attorney for Holland & Knight, LLP, a former vice chairman of the Fairfax County School Board and member of the Board of Supervisors, has issued his endorsement of Elizabeth Schultz, Fairfax County School Board candidate for the Springfield District.
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October 11, 2011
Fairfax County Coalition of Advocates for Public Schools (FairfaxCAPS) Endorses Elizabeth Schultz For School Board
Fairfax County, VA - Tuesday, October 11, 2011 - The Fairfax County Coalition of Advocates for Public Schools (FairfaxCAPS) announced today the School Board candidates it is endorsing in the upcoming November 8th general election. "The importance of this election cannot be understated," said FairfaxCAPS President Scott Chronister. "We have an opportunity for parents and taxpayers to have their voices heard on a number of critical school issues impacting the future of our kids and our schools."
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October 6, 2011
Gary Jones, Youth For Tomorrow CEO, Endorses Elizabeth Schultz for School Board
Fairfax, VA, Thursday, October 6, 2011 - Gary L. Jones, Chief Executive Officer of Youth For Tomorrow and former Chairman of the Fairfax County School Board, has issued his endorsement of Elizabeth Schultz, Fairfax County School Board candidate for the Springfield District.
"As a former Fairfax County School Board Chairman and former member of the State Board of Education, I am in full support of the vibrant, refreshing and thoughtful candidacy of Elizabeth Schultz for the Springfield District," said Gary Jones.
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September 21, 2011
Teachers Endorse Elizabeth Schultz for Fairfax County School Board
"Schultz is the best candidate to listen to and work earnestly with teachers," says FCFT President
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September 19, 2011
Governor Bob McDonnell Endorses Elizabeth Schultz for Fairfax County School Board
Fairfax, VA - Monday, September 19, 2011 - Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell has issued his endorsement of Elizabeth Schultz, Fairfax County School Board candidate for the Springfield District. The prominence of the School Board election in Fairfax County is further highlighted by the endorsement.
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August 15, 2011
Fairfax Zero Tolerance Reform Endorses Elizabeth Schultz in Springfield District School Board Race
"...we had to acknowledge Elizabeth Schultz's history of personal efforts toward much-needed changes, both at the local and state levels." FZTR leaders citedSchultz's testimony on HB1548 (Parental Notification) during the recent General Assembly session, public testimony in favor of reform, and efforts made by Schultz to effect changes under considerationby the School Board this past spring. FZTR leaders reacted favorably to Mrs. Schultz's personal engagement in recent months. They believe these actions point to a candidate who will take a leadership role in making much-needed policy reforms."
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August 15, 2011
PRESS RELEASE: Schultz Campaign Comments on Front Page WaPo story - Dismissive, disconnected tone by School Board at heart of bid for office
PRESS RELEASE: Elizabeth Schultz, Fairfax County School Board Candidate, addressed comments in Monday's front page Washington Post story (http://www.washingtonp... the increasing visibility of the 2011 School Board races in the 11th largest school district in the nation.
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August 15, 2011
Fairfax County School Board races could overshadow other campaigns this year
"..government officials, party leaders, candidates and School Board members...say that the restive mood has been fueled by a series of controversies that have arisen under the School Board and superintendent.
"The outrage over the School Board is unlike anything we've ever had in Fairfax County before," said Board of Supervisors member Pat S. Herrity (R-Springfield), who has no opponent in his race this year. "It's the schools' and the School Board's lack of accountability and transparency. That's what's driving this unprecedented level of interest, if anything."
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July 24, 2011
Guest Blog: "Jumping on the (audit) bus?"
"...it is with no small measure of incredulity that this week two current School Board members - both seeking reelection this November - have "suddenly" come up with the idea that an independent auditor is a fresh new idea for the Fairfax County School Board?"
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June 22, 2011
Parent Advocate Elizabeth Schultz’s Endorsement Official in School Board Seat Bid
"Springfield District voters deserve a community voice who will represent them and their concerns," said Schultz, who emphasized her campaign is centered around 1) wise use of taxpayer dollars, 2) authentic engagement with the public and 3) the need for vision on renovations, facilities and boundaries.
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June 20, 2011
FCFT President Steve Greenburg personally endorses Elizabeth Schultz!
"Elizabeth's focus on authentically engaging and listening to all stakeholders will bring accountability to the decision-making processes of the School Board...(cont.)"
Steven L. Greenburg
President, Fairfax County Federation of Teachers -
May 25, 2011
Believing in better
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May 19, 2011
Full School Days Wordpress Blog: Elizabeth Schultz sends budget comments
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May 13, 2011
Campaign season kicking into full swing for candidates
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May 9, 2011
Schultz Kicks Off School Board Campaign
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March 8, 2011
Schultz Running for Seat on Fairfax County School Board
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March 6, 2011
Save the Date: Elizabeth Schultz for School Board Kick-Off