Mark Grosso for Geneva school board

I've been a Geneva resident for 33 years and retired from teaching at Geneva High School English in 2003. I strongly support Mark Grosso's bid to become a member of Geneva's school board.

I have worked with Mark on various committees for the Pepper Valley Homeowners Association. He works hard, cooperates well with others, listens carefully, pays close attention to details, uses common sense and is currently a very effective PVHA board member. Mark will bring the same leadership and problem solving skills to the school district. Since Mark recently retired after 37 years at Union Pacific Railroad, he will be able to devote his time and energy to Geneva schools.

Our children are graduates of Geneva High, and Mark and I understand how important classroom teachers are in shaping the lives of children and young men and women. Mark strongly supports the teaching faculty as well as a comprehensive curriculum that will prepare Geneva students for the world of work and further education.

Finally, Mark knows that board members are not only stewards of the educational program but are also stewards of the taxpayers' dollars. In his own words: "I have a strong work ethic and am committed to doing the best possible job for Geneva's students, faculty and all citizens who support our schools."

Gib Thostenson

Geneva