Mark Hineman: 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: Mount ProspectWebsite: http://supportersofdistrict214.com/Twitter: Candidate did not respond.Facebook: Candidate did not respond.Office sought: Northwest High School District 214 School Board Age: 63Family: Candidate did not respond.Occupation: Metallurgical EngineerEducation: UICBachelor of Science - Metallurgy1976Registered Professional Engr IL, WICivic involvement: D214 Board of Ed since 2009Hockey coach - Rolling MeadowsBaseball coach - Mount ProspectSwim coach - YMCAElected offices held: Vice president, Board of EducationQuestions Answers Why are you running for this office, whether for re-election or election the first time? Is there a particular issue that motivates you, and if so, what is it?I am running to insure continuity in the Board and to maintain the District's outstanding opportunities it gives our students, while providing fiscal responsibility.What do you think about the process for measuring student success in your district? Is it adequate? What changes, if any, do you propose?Often the testing becomes excessive. It seems unfortunate that so much influence is put on a single test score when applying to college/university. That single test score is a poor reflection of the years of education each student has received. I believe "Redefining Ready" is a great alternative that takes into account more factors than just the ability to take a test.How big a role do you think the board of education should play in setting the curriculum for students and what ideas do you have for changes to the current curriculum?The Board does not set curriculum, but can guide discussions and provide input. D214 has an amazing curriculum that spans so many levels of learning. The District is dedicated to allowing our students to learn their individual passions and interests.What budget issues will your district have to confront and what measures do you support to address them? If you believe cuts are necessary, what programs and expenses should be reduced or eliminated? On the income side, do you support any tax or fee increases?The biggest issue is the lack of a State Budget. the District is often working in the dark when trying to make plans and to anticipate future revenues. Reassessments, 6B's, TIF all affect us and our taxpayers as most of the changes in revenue are simply spread back to the taxpayers.What role can and should school choice play in your district? If Congress or the state approves a voucher system or other means giving students broader choices among public and private schools, how will that affect your district? What is the appropriate response for the board of education of a public school system?To me, it would seem difficult for a charter or other alternative school to provide a better high school experience than D214 already does.What other issues, if any, are important to you as a candidate for this office?Taxes are important to me, both as a taxpayer and Board member. D214 has been outstanding in finding grants, intergovernmental agreements, and other alternate revenue streams to help support many of our activities. I feel the District has been a responsible and transparent with our assets as can be seen in the quality and resilience of our 7 buildings; the youngest which is 40 years old. The opportunities the District provides was outstanding for my children and has only expanded since they graduated.Please name one current leader who most inspires you.John GlennWhat is the biggest lesson you learned at home growing up?Respect for country and diversity.If life gave you one do-over, what would you spend it on?Not to do it differently, but I'd enjoy doing my wedding day again.What was your favorite subject in school and how did it help you in later life?Math, as it made me a thinker and gave me confidence in my thoughts.If you could give your children only one piece of advice, what would it be?Love family, country and God.