Category Archives: ICCSD

My Thoughts on New Elementary Schools

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

As I have repeatedly stated publicly and have previously posted in this blog under the “A Comparison of the Candidates” posting, I am in favor of two new eastside elementary schools.  I believe that the best choice for the first of … Continue reading →

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Financial Support

Posted on August 31, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

I would like to thank the many people who have offered financial support towards my campaign.  However, I am running for school board because of my personal belief that our district deserves improvement.  And therefore I have decided to “put … Continue reading →

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More Thoughts About A New High School

Posted on August 31, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

I wrote earlier about how important timing is in the construction of another high school. I was concerned that a new high school is nowhere near a sure thing, as the district may choose to spend money on other projects … Continue reading →

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Citizens for Neighborhood Schools & Save Hoover Groups

Posted on August 31, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

I was pleased to receive the endorsement of the Citizens for Neighborhood Schools & Save Hoover Groups along with Phil Hemmingway and Sara Barron.  Thank you for your support.

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A Comparison of the Candidates

Posted on August 31, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

As promised, I am writing with a hopefully objective comparison of the candidates on a particular issue.  This issue was addressed in a questionnaire prepared by the North Corridor Parents Group.  The full questionnaire responses are available at http://northcorridorparents.org/2013-iccsd-candidate-interviews. The … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts On A New High School: Why Timing Matters

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

My thoughts are that we need a third (or fourth, when you count Tate) high school and that the site selected by the district for this new school is a reasonable one. Since the district has now finally committed to … Continue reading →

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I look forward to hearing from and meeting with you.

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

I would very much like to hear what you think about the school district and what your thoughts and concerns are. This Saturday, August 24th, I will be at 1) The downtown Iowa City Farmer’s Market this Saturday morning; and … Continue reading →

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Input or the lack thereof

Posted on August 18, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

I had a somewhat disheartening experience in the board of education election process last week.  I was interviewed by representatives of the teacher’s union.   Going into the interview, I expected to hear questions about pay, benefits, working conditions, etc.   I … Continue reading →

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PPEL

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

The election on September 10th is not just to determine who will be on the school board.  In addition, the voters will be asked whether the existing Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (or PPEL as it is commonly referred to) … Continue reading →

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ICCSD School Election Information

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Gregg Geerdes

Please vote in the upcoming school election on September 10, 2013.  Here is a link to the Johnson County Iowa Auditor’s website showing where you can vote:  http://www.johnson-county.com/auditor/voter/schoolprecinct.htm.  You can vote anytime on September 10th between 7 a.m. and 8 … Continue reading →

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