Brecksville-Broadview Heights Board of Education Election 2011: Candidate George J. Balasko

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Name: George J. Balasko
Age: 49
Education: Normandy High School; bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Case Western Reserve University
Occupation: Property-evidence-facility manager, Parma Police Department (full time); Commander of the Auxiliary Police Unit, Parma Police Department (volunteer part time); soccer referee for various leagues and levels (paid part time)
Political Affiliation: Republican
Office Sought: School Board Member (incumbent)
Previous Office: Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District School Board Member for 8 years, School Board member for 2 years
 
Candidate Statement:
 
After serving on the Board of Education for 8 years, I was humbled when several people from the community asked me to run for re-election. They told me I was doing a good job and should continue to work for the success of our students. Student success has been my goal and shall continue to be my goal should I be re-elected. I will strive to improve the safety and security of our schools and ensure that our students receive the education they need to succeed in the 21st Century.
 
I have the experience and training to serve as a school board member. I have given hours of service to the district as a chaperone and volunteer. I am a member of the athletic boosters, orchestra boosters and the PSO. And as part of the leadership team, we have continued the heritage of excellence in our schools.