Name: Jennifer Rakow Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin Community College 509 Board   Why are you seeking this position? I am a responsible, diligent, dedicated, open-minded, compassionate, ethical decision maker and public servant committed to ECC’s mission of improving lives through learning.  With 4 seats up for election, this is an important election for the ECC Board of Trustees.  I am running for re-election as part of the United4ECC slate to ensure that the Elgin Community College Board of Trustees remains in dependable, trustworthy hands and that the college continues its upward trajectory of success as [...]

  Name: Chanda Schwartz Position for which you are a candidate: School District U-46 Board   Why are you seeking this position? I am seeking the position of U-46 School Board Member because I am passionate about serving and giving back to the community. I started serving in the district to be a contributor and stay informed. I have enjoyed getting to know members of our community, serving alongside parents, community members, and staff. I want to bring my experience and service in the district to the school board, be a voice, and support the needs of our students, staff, [...]

  Name: Maureen Morris Position for which you are a candidate: School District U-46 Board   Why are you seeking this position? I am a taxpayer who is concerned about what is being done with the money in the U-46 School District. I am concerned about the proficiency levels of all students in areas of reading and math. I want accountability and reassurance that all students are getting an exceptional education and the money received is money well spent. What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I am a resident of Streamwood for 26 [...]

  Name: Diana Alfaro Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin City Council   Why are you seeking this position? I am running to increase representation and diversify skillsets on City Council. I completed a Latino/x leadership training about 2 years ago and a comment said to me has really stayed with me, “sometimes you have to take an opportunity because life has given you the privileges, skills, and opportunities to put you there. You take the opportunity to push the door further open for those after you.” I want to push that door further open for Latinos/as/x and [...]