Voter Information for Melanie Bates
Hamilton County, OH November 3, 1998 General
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Melanie Bates

Candidate for
State Board of Education; District 4

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Biographical Highlights
  • Party: Democrat
  • Occupation: State Board of Education, 1995-present.
  • Neighborhood: North Avondale
  • B.S., X.U.; graduate course work in Finance, Accounting and Management, X.U.
  • Chair, State Board Finance Committee; Ohio Urban Initiative Executive Committee
  • BEST (Building Excellent Schools for Today and the 21st Century) Board
  • State Advisory Committee for Gifted Education; Parents for Public Schools
  • Soccer Association for Youth East, President and Coach.
Top Priorities if Elected
  • Fiscally responsible school funding plan, providing adequate resources for high quality education.
  • Higher standards and accurate assessments resulting in increased academic achievement.
  • Serious consequences for students who exhibit dangerous and disruptive behavior in school.
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Key Endorsements
  • Cincinnati Federation of Teachers
  • Cincinnati Women's Political Caucus
  • Hamilton County Democratic Party
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Position Papers
Public Service
Highlights of Melanie Bates' record of public service on the State Board and in the community.
Record of Accomplishments on the State Board of Education
Highlights of Melanie Bates' record as an advocate for fiscal responsibility, urbhan schools and vocational education.
Campaign Contact Information
Phone: 513-281-2193
Fax: 513-281-2195
Address:
3937 Rose Hill Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45229


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