Oswego School Board President Will Seek Re-Election

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Oswego School District 308 Board of Education president Bill Walsh on Monday announced that he will seek re-election in the April 7, 2015, consolidated election.

Walsh, who was first elected in 2011, cited his experience working as a certified purchasing manager for 24 years in a campaign announcement. Walsh holds master’s degrees in business administration and project management from the Keller Graduate School of Management in Downers Grove, and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Winona State University in Minnesota.

In addition to his service on the board, Walsh said he has worked as youth hockey program volunteer.

Following on the heels of fellow board member Brent Lightfoot’s campaign announcement, Walsh released a statement on Monday:

“Over the last thee-plus years of serving our community as a member of the Board of Education, I am continually energized by the collective effort and care of everyone within the district, including teachers, staff, administrators, and most importantly, our community members. I, as well as everyone in the community, am focused on insuring that our district’s children are prepared to compete and excel in the local, national, and international job market. I ask for your support in the April 2015 election to further my service to our community as a member of the school board. The school district and our students are extremely fortunate to have the community’s input, volunteers, and support as we continue to make advances.

“As the district moves forward to enhance the areas of curriculum and fiscal stewardship, we still face significant work and challenges. However, I am excited and exceedingly proud of our district, the accomplishments to date, and the focus of the entire district team and community as we move together to achieve our goals.

“I will continue to make decisions and take actions to support the improvements of the district for all of our students, while always understanding and appreciating the impact every decision has on our students, district team and community members.

“If I have the privilege of serving the community again, I will continue to insure that all students receive equal opportunities to succeed.”