Candidate's Statement

By Rose Marie Filicetti

Full text of Candidate's Statement, Filed July 17, 1998

Occupation: Incumbent Age: 46

Education and Qualifications:

Board Service:

Board President
Member, Facilities Assessment and Principal Selection Committees
Author, Board Briefs

Community:

Campaign Co-Chair, successful $36 million School Bond (82.5% approval)
Former Board Member, LA/MV PTA Council and Leadership Mountain View Council (Graduate '94)
Member, Mountain View Schools Fund and all five (now six) schools' PTA's

Professional:

Executive Director, Santa Clara County School Boards Assn.
BA, Business, MBA, Finance and Banking
Former Corporate Banker, 15 years

As an incumbent, I provide continuity of leadership experience in addressing key issues. I am committed to investing in quality teaching, ensuring sound budget management, and building community support for public education.

As a community volunteer, I respect the rich diversity and sense of neighborhoods within our District. I am committed to expanding communication that connects the Board with the entire community. I bring a broad knowledge of local and regional resources and a willingness to work with people to solve problems.

As a parent of young children, I am an active volunteer, district-wide. I am committed to increasing parent choice and participation, creating a climate where all students feel safe and respected, challenged and supported, and promoting our schools throughout the community.