12 | March 14, 2019 | The lake forest leader Sound-off LakeForestLeader.com Letters to the Editor JoAnn Desmond - The Right Choice for 3rd Ward Alderman I was extremely pleased to discover that Lake Forest residents in the Third Ward have a choice for Third Ward Alderman in the upcoming City Council Election on April 2, but, even more so, to know that the Independent Candidate choice is Dr. JoAnn Desmond. I worked as an elementary teacher with Dr. Desmond when she was our Superintendent in District 112 (Highwood- Highland Park) and as an Educational Consultant when she was Superintendent in District 106 (Bannockburn). At the time Dr. Desmond became Superintendent in District 112 in 1995, there had been a “revolving door” of superintendents, since our District’s controversial consolidation of three districts in July of 1993. The District’s dire financial situation, community opposition and a disunited staff from eight elementary schools and three middle schools were complex challenges that Dr. Desmond willingly made a commitment to help resolve. Through Dr. Desmond’s undaunted leadership, spirited work ethic, and eminent vision our once disjointed district became both unified and solvent. Dr. Desmond’s innovative direction and collaborative efforts among administration, staff and the community facilitated the implementation of progressive, varied, up to date educational programs throughout our schools that benefited the needs of all the students in our district’s diverse population. Through her actions Dr. Desmond exemplified that the betterment of our school buildings and a first-class education for each and every child within them was a fervid career goal. Always personable, always professional, Dr. JoAnn Desmond was well respected by staff, parents, students and community members alike. Her multitude of accomplishments as a Superintendent were immensely impressive earning Dr. JoAnn Desmond award nominations for National Superintendent of the Year in 2000 and Those Who Excel in 2001. At a time in which people are seeking truth and trust in our governmental institutions, whether it be city, state, or national, I am confident that JoAnn Desmond has the initiative to lead with integrity, transparency and accountability. Your vote for JoAnn Desmond as our 3rd Ward Alderman on April 2, 2019, is a vote that your voice will be heard and that our community of Lake Forest will be faithfully served. Nancy Wells Educator, 34 years Educational Consultant, 4 years Lake Forest Resident, 12 years Thank you, Lake Forest Caucus I am proud to echo the endorsement of Dr. Ara Goshgarian as our Third Ward Alderman on the Lake Forest City Council. Ara is a respected, exemplary citizen, dedicated to the key issues facing our community long before his candidacy this year. His good character, genuine willingness to listen to others, calm, balanced demeanor and enthusiastic, positive approach to people and problemsolving will make him an alderman we can trust and count on for leadership and objectivity in his role. On a personal front, Ara is not only a devoted husband, but amazing father to four wonderful daughters. He supports their interests and goals, and spends considerable time guiding his daughters to grow into independent, strong young women, a trait we need more than ever in the leaders we elect today. Ara is also a dear, trusted longtime friend to my family. I have been extremely proud to call Lake Forest my home for almost 25 years. I am also extremely proud to call Ara Goshgarian my good friend. Thank you, Lake Forest Caucus, for choosing this outstanding candidate to represent us in the Third Ward. Maria Malin, Lake Forest resident Chivalry is alive and well in Lake Forest On Tuesday evening, March 5, my friend Feather Schroeder and I took the train from Chicago to Lake Forest. Whilst talking, we missed our stop in Lake Forest and had to go to Lake Bluff, being quite upset about this. A young man overheard us and suggested we call Uber. I told him I didn’t have an Uber account and he offered To call one and pay for it himself. Exiting the train he tried to raise a nearby Uber driver, but at 11 pm and in 11 Degrees temperature, that didn’t work. In the meantime, a young woman overheard our conversation and Offered to drive us to the Lake Forest train station. We only know her first name, Shannon, but we were most Thankful for the ride to our two lonely cars at the Lake Forest station parking lot. I want to thank both these wonderful people for generously offering us their Uber account and the time To drive us that late at night. We will reciprocate their kindness in the future to some person in need. Erika Eddy, Lake Forest You're invited to the North Shore Women in Business Networking Breakfast! 7-9 a.m. Wednesday, June 5 The Happ Inn 305 N. Happ Road, Northfield Join us for the NS Women In Business Awards nomination kickoff and network with some of the top business women in the North Shore! Continental breakfast available. Limited early bird tickets now available! 22ndCenturyMedia.com/networking For more information, call (847) 272-4565 Zinser From Page 8 Board of Education will be to keep our community involved and informed as we work together to prepare for this exciting initiative. What makes you the best/a top candidate for this position? While I possess a business background in human resources, finance, and organizational management, I feel it is my 19 years as an active volunteer in the Lake Forest public schools that makes me a top candidate for this position. As the mother of three children who attended Everett Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School, and Lake Forest High School, I have had the pleasure of holding numerous leadership positions. I have held a variety of roles on both District 67 and 115 APT boards including building president, committee chair, and parent/teacher liaison. I have served a decade and a half helping grow our learning opportunities by serving on the Spirit of 67 Foundation and the <strong>LF</strong>HS Foundation. Over the past nine years, I have served on the <strong>LF</strong>HS Foundation’s Grants Committee as Vice Chair and Department Liaison working closely with two superintendents, three principals, and numerous Instructional Directors. This unique perspective has given me first-hand insight into curriculum redesign, technology implementation, professional development prioritizing, transitioning to studentcentered learning, reimaging classroom spaces into learning labs that directly impact student engagement, and teaching. All of these areas will continue to change and evolve, and I will do my best to represent all members of the community by diligently working to ensure Lake Forest High School remains a source of pride and offers a first-class learning environment to all students and teachers.
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