Lauanna Recker: Candidate Profile

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Note: Answers provided have not been edited for grammar, misspellings or typos. In some instances, candidate claims that could not be immediately verified have been omitted. Jump to:BioQA Bio City: SchaumburgWebsite: Candidate did not respond.Office sought: Palatine-Schaumburg High School District 211 School Board Age: 50Family: Sister to three of the best women I know. While unable to have children, I am proudly a dedicated aunt to two wonderful nephews, one beautiful niece.Occupation: Principal; David Gomez AssociatesEducation: BS Business Management Six Sigma CertifiedCivic involvement: Candidate did not respond.Elected offices held: Candidate did not respond.Questions Answers How satisfied are you that your school district is adequately preparing students for the next stage in their lives? What changes, if any, do you think need to be made?The affects of technology are rapidly changing the future; affecting all aspects of our lives. The generation in high school today will experience exponential change and must have the ability to adapt...rapidly and within a global context. We must raise the bar in preparing our kids to thrive in this unknown world.Is the current collective bargaining agreement with teachers a good deal for the district? If yes, explain, where you see the district benefitting. If no, be specific about what you don't like and how it should be renegotiated the next time.Professionally speaking - of which teachers are considered, I believe they have the ability to establish their own merit based compensation plan with the district. Today's generation is facing a rapidly changing world and they deserve only the brightest and best teachers.What budgetary issues will your district have to confront during the next four years and what measures do you support to address them? If you believe cuts are necessary, be specific about programs and expenses that should be considered for reduction or elimination. On the income side, do you support any tax increases for local schools? Again, be specific.No matter your position, there will always be "budgetary issues" and there will always be differing priorities. I bring a strong history of managing businesses with objectivity, weighing efficiencies against benefits and making strategies for continuous improvement.Are all the high schools in District 211 treated equally, in your opinion? Explain why or why not, or where you think discrepancies lie.Where there are commonalities by school, there should be equality - and there are many. There are also extenuating differences which may / may not be within the scope or budget to accommodate. However, all aspects deserve a respectful review with clear communication to decisions of differences.Are you currently employed by or retired from a school district, if so, which one? Is any member of your direct family - spouse, child or child-in-law - employed by the school district where you are seeking a school board seat?I am nor have ever been employed by a school district.What other issues, if any, are important to you as a candidate for this office?Supporting and planning for our future leaders is critical. SD211 is blessed with a plethora of advantages that do not necessarily stem from money; I hope to influence the board for stretch goals that are innovative and challenge the status quo.Please name one current leader who most inspires you."There's a way to do it better - find it." Thomas Edison He did not fail...he just found 1,000 ways that do not work.What's the biggest lesson you learned at home growing up?Be like a girl scout...be prepared for anything!If life gave you one do-over, what would you spend it on?I would find a way to travel more during summer breaks...nothing like experiencing to augment classroom teaching.What was your favorite subject in school and how did it help you in later life?Sociology - stems of behavior individually and in larger groups. The order and yes, the disorder of people interactions.If you could give your children only one piece of advice, what would it be?How important it is to persevere...life will present a myriad of unforeseen changes and they must find a way to press on.