Richard Carter: Candidate for South Portland School Board District 1 (Printed Oct. 26, 2007)
Richard Carter
33 Thompson Street
Education: B.A. Economics and History, University of New Hampshire, 1984
Occupation: Retail manager
Age: 45
Party Affiliation: Democrat
Political experience: South Portland School Board 2005-2007, Vice-Chairman 2006, Chairman 2007
Statement about candidacy: I have been honored to be on the school board these past three years, especially this past year as chairman. Knowing the outstanding quality of educators and administrators we have in South Portland gives me great hope for the future success of our children. I look forward to working with these professionals for the next three years.
Tax-reform priorities: There is a great need for the state to revise the school funding formula so that cities such as South Portland receive their fair share.
Curriculum development: We need to ensure that the curriculum from K-12 is challenging students and helping them to achieve at their highest level.
District consolidation law: While South Portland will remain an independent school district, we will still be faced with significant and difficult budget cuts to be in compliance with the law.
Special education: South Portland has done a very good job in providing services to our students who need them.
Infrastructure needs: The most pressing need is the renovation of the high school. It is imperative that the bond on the November ballot passes so that our high school students have an environment that is conducive to higher learning.
School spending priorities: All school spending decisions should be based on their impact on student learning and achievement.
Goals to accomplish in the next term: 1. The renovation of South Portland High School. 2. Show continued improvement in standardized test scores at all levels. 3. Continue to look at ways to save money by collaborating with the city and other school districts, while maintaining the high level of educational services we provide.
Issues voters bring up most often: The single issue that comes up most is the proposed renovation of the high school. I feel strongly that we need to pass this bond so that we may correct the structural deficiencies of the high school.
33 Thompson Street
Education: B.A. Economics and History, University of New Hampshire, 1984
Occupation: Retail manager
Age: 45
Party Affiliation: Democrat
Political experience: South Portland School Board 2005-2007, Vice-Chairman 2006, Chairman 2007
Statement about candidacy: I have been honored to be on the school board these past three years, especially this past year as chairman. Knowing the outstanding quality of educators and administrators we have in South Portland gives me great hope for the future success of our children. I look forward to working with these professionals for the next three years.
Tax-reform priorities: There is a great need for the state to revise the school funding formula so that cities such as South Portland receive their fair share.
Curriculum development: We need to ensure that the curriculum from K-12 is challenging students and helping them to achieve at their highest level.
District consolidation law: While South Portland will remain an independent school district, we will still be faced with significant and difficult budget cuts to be in compliance with the law.
Special education: South Portland has done a very good job in providing services to our students who need them.
Infrastructure needs: The most pressing need is the renovation of the high school. It is imperative that the bond on the November ballot passes so that our high school students have an environment that is conducive to higher learning.
School spending priorities: All school spending decisions should be based on their impact on student learning and achievement.
Goals to accomplish in the next term: 1. The renovation of South Portland High School. 2. Show continued improvement in standardized test scores at all levels. 3. Continue to look at ways to save money by collaborating with the city and other school districts, while maintaining the high level of educational services we provide.
Issues voters bring up most often: The single issue that comes up most is the proposed renovation of the high school. I feel strongly that we need to pass this bond so that we may correct the structural deficiencies of the high school.
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