Category: Sentinel-EBS Opinion
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Call on New Jersey legislators to vote on tax reform session
In the not too far distant future, election time will be upon us again. Each candidate will have his or her own issues and agendas, and if we are lucky, they will take the interest and concerns of the taxpayers to heart. Now is the time for all taxpayers to urge their legislators to support…
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East Brunswick cannot afford to lose Sirr’s expertise, contacts
During the 32 years I was an employee of the East Brunswick Board of Education, there were many school board members I admired for their tireless work and dedication. Patrick Sirr is one of those board members. He has extensive knowledge of all aspects of the schools, having served on just about every board committee…
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Board, superintendent deserve round of applause
As student representative to the South River Board of Education, I have to applaud our school board members and Superintendent of Schools John Ambrogi for all they do for the town. I have watched every member, meeting after meeting, and they have all proven that they care about the student body, teachers, parents, and most…
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Sirr brings abundance of experience to Board of Ed. As a longtime resident of East Brunswick, I would like to endorse Patrick Sirr for the East Brunswick Board of Education. Patrick has served our community for 18 years as a board member, during which time he has brought a balanced and realistic approach to the…
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Becker cares about E.B. education and taxpayers
Becker cares about E.B. education and taxpayers The reputation and excellence of our schools are our town’s most important assets. As a result, our kids receive a topnotch education, and our property values have skyrocketed. An effective board member struggles weekly to protect the quality of education and balance this against the rising costs of…
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Resident feels Becker deserves vote, support
On April 15 we will have the opportunity to go to the polls and vote for candidates who are running for three spots on the Board of Education here in East Brunswick. I would like to take a moment to voice support for one of those candidates, Vicki Becker. Ms. Becker has worked tirelessly for…
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Fiscal realities, need for good education spur Baker
Being a working mom, I have always been appreciative of individuals who have volunteered to spend their own personal time for the betterment of the education system in East Brunswick. My son has benefited from their efforts. I attribute the excellence of the district to good teachers, parental involvement, a supportive community and to the…
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Karp will offer fresh, innovative perspective
It is my pleasure to offer this letter of support to the candidacy of Dr. Susan Karp for the East Brunswick Board of Education. I have known Sue for many years as a colleague at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where she has been both a valued faculty member in the Department of Pediatrics and…
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O’Brien will aim for good education at sensible cost
On April 15, Spotswood will elect members of the Board of Education. School board elections are usually marked by low voter turnout and general apathy. Somewhere after the election, the citizens of Spotswood will vote down the school budget (a town tradition). This year, there is an excellent reason to get out and vote on…
