Adel Mozip
Adel Mozip is a member of the Dearborn Board of Education At-large in Michigan. He assumed office on April 15, 2019. His current term ends on December 31, 2026.
Mozip (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Michigan State Senate to represent District 2. He did not appear on the ballot for the Democratic primary on August 2, 2022.
Mozip was appointed to the school board by the Dearborn Public School trustees on April 9, 2019 and was sworn into office on April 15, 2019. [1]
Biography
Mozip earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan-Dearborn in 2008. He later earned his M.B.A. from Wayne State University. Mozip's professional experience includes working as a senior software developer at Beaumont Health and as a software developer with Urban Science. Mozip is also the co-founder of Sheba4Tech LLC.[2][3]
Elections
2022
See also: Michigan State Senate elections, 2022
General election
General election for Michigan State Senate District 2
Incumbent Sylvia Santana defeated Harry Sawicki and Larry Betts in the general election for Michigan State Senate District 2 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Sylvia Santana (D) | 68.0 | 43,258 |
 | Harry Sawicki (R) | 29.4 | 18,726 | |
 | Larry Betts (Working Class Party) | 2.6 | 1,632 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.0 | 4 | ||
| Total votes: 63,620 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Michigan State Senate District 2
Incumbent Sylvia Santana defeated Maurice Sanders in the Democratic primary for Michigan State Senate District 2 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Sylvia Santana | 80.7 | 15,020 |
| Maurice Sanders | 19.3 | 3,599 | ||
| Total votes: 18,619 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Adel Mozip (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Michigan State Senate District 2
Harry Sawicki advanced from the Republican primary for Michigan State Senate District 2 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Harry Sawicki | 100.0 | 5,984 |
| Total votes: 5,984 | |||
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Working Class Party convention
Working Class Party convention for Michigan State Senate District 2
Larry Betts advanced from the Working Class Party convention for Michigan State Senate District 2 on June 26, 2022.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | | Larry Betts (Working Class Party) |
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2020
See also: Dearborn Public Schools, Michigan, elections (2020)
General election
General election for Dearborn Board of Education At-large (3 seats)
The following candidates ran in the general election for Dearborn Board of Education At-large on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Adel Mozip (Nonpartisan) | 16.7 | 14,392 |
| ✔ |  | Irene Watts (Nonpartisan) | 14.8 | 12,802 |
| ✔ |  | Mary K. Petlichkoff (Nonpartisan) | 14.3 | 12,301 |
 | Khodr Farhat (Nonpartisan) | 14.3 | 12,288 | |
 | Paul Goddard (Nonpartisan) | 13.6 | 11,718 | |
 | Nofila Haidar (Nonpartisan) | 12.1 | 10,430 | |
| Sharifa Galab (Nonpartisan) | 8.9 | 7,685 | ||
| Batoul Baiz (Nonpartisan) | 5.0 | 4,303 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.4 | 311 | ||
| Total votes: 86,230 | |||
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2018
- See also: Dearborn Public Schools elections (2018)
General election
General election for Dearborn Board of Education At-large (2 seats)
The following candidates ran in the general election for Dearborn Board of Education At-large on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Jim Thorpe (Nonpartisan) | 19.7 | 10,819 |
| ✔ |  | Roxanne McDonald (Nonpartisan) | 19.1 | 10,505 |
| Adel Mozip (Nonpartisan) | 17.3 | 9,518 | |
| Cyndi Parrelly (Nonpartisan) | 11.8 | 6,474 | ||
| Aman Fidama (Nonpartisan) | 9.4 | 5,192 | ||
| Khalil El-Saghir (Nonpartisan) | 9.1 | 4,993 | ||
 | Billy Amen (Nonpartisan) | 8.2 | 4,507 | |
| Afaf Ahmad (Nonpartisan) | 4.8 | 2,659 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.5 | 291 | ||
| Total votes: 54,958 | |||
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2016
- See also: Dearborn Public Schools elections (2016)
Three of the seven seats on the Dearborn Public Schools school board were up for general election on November 8, 2016. These seats included two seats with six-year terms and one seat with a two-year term. The race for the six-year terms featured incumbent Fadwa Hammoud and challengers Hussein Berry, Khodr Farhat, and Adel Mozip. Hammoud and Berry defeated Farhat and Mozip. Jim Thorpe defeated fellow newcomer Faize El-Khali for the two-year term.[4]
Results
| Dearborn Public Schools, At-Large General Election, 6-year terms, 2016 |
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|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Hussein Berry |
33.48% | 16,303 |
| Fadwa Hammoud Incumbent |
32.68% | 15,913 |
| Adel Mozip | 22.99% | 11,195 |
| Khodr Farhat | 9.74% | 4,740 |
| Write-in votes | 1.11% | 539 |
| Total Votes | 48,690 | |
| Source: Wayne County, Michigan, "Elections Division-Results," November 22, 2016 | ||
Funding
School board candidates in Michigan were required to file pre-election campaign finance reports with their county election offices by October 28, 2016. Post-election reports were due by December 8, 2016.[5]
In Michigan, candidates are prohibited from receiving contributions from corporations or labor organizations. Within 10 days of becoming a candidate, candidates must form a candidate committee. Following the creation of the committee, candidates have an additional 10 days to register the committee with the school district filing official by filing a statement of organization. A candidate committee that does not expect to receive or spend more than $1,000 during the election cycle is eligible to receive a reporting waiver, which allows that committee not to file pre-election, post-election, and annual campaign statements.[6]
October 28 filing
Candidates received a total of $79,592.02 and spent a total of $53,784.95 as of October 30, 2016, according to the Wayne County Clerk.[7]
Six-year terms
| Candidate | Contributions | Expenditures | Cash on hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fadwa Hammoud (incumbent) | $48,519.02 | $33,418.84 | $15,100.18 |
| Hussein Berry | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Khodr Farhat | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Adel Mozip | $21,101.00 | $13,617.64 | $7,483.36 |
Two-year term
| Candidate | Contributions | Expenditures | Cash on hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Thorpe | $9,972.00 | $6,748.47 | $3,223.53 |
| Faize El-Khali | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Endorsements
Mozip received the endorsement of the Dearborn Federation of Teachers, the Police Officers Association of Dearborn, and Dearborn Councilman Mark Shooshanian.[8]
Campaign themes
2022
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Adel Mozip did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
2020
Adel Mozip completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Mozip's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- I wholeheartedly believe that quality education is the foundation of the great good and the special gift we can give to our children.
- I will always advocate for an equitable allocation of resources for each student in our amazing district to succeed.
- My campaign is about quality education for our students; strong schools with happy educators. Fiscal responsibility to me isn't just a slogan; It's a major trust I hold dear to the taxpayers of Dearborn Schools district. I recognize and appreciate our heroes (our teachers, professors, and supporting staff) in their exceptional roles.
a chapter for a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting higher education. I am very active in many civic organizations in Dearborn such as PTA, League of Women Voters, my neighborhood association, and Rotary Club of Dearborn. I believe I already bring many organizations and stakeholders to the table. I will continue to involve our unions, different segments of society such as seniors to be more involved in our schools.
Overcrowding and classroom size - Research has shown over and over again that classroom size is key to successful districts. I will always advocate for newer facilities in our district to alleviate the crowdedness.
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2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Adel Mozip completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Mozip's responses.
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
The top challenges we have in the K-12 system is student safety, quality education and the effectiveness of programs. I would like to see programs evaluated by the board and be funded based on their effectiveness. I would also ask to track key progress indicators for these programs. My top priority for Henry Ford College is retaining students and full-time professors. Enrollment has decreased for Henry Ford College and the number of full-time professors is below what is expected for quality instruction. I will ask the new College President to draft new ways of improving the academic experience on campus and to work with stakeholders on a long-term strategic plan. For HFC to stay affordable, I will be advocating for funding at the state level given my policy experience.
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
I'm very passionate about equitable access to education opportunities. Being a first-generation college student, I understand the challenges that students and I'd like to address access to college opportunities at the board level. I'd like the administration to have a clear plan for every student graduating; whether they're going to college or trades.
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
I look up to President John F Kennedy for inspiration and guidance in my public service life. He has inspired us to be idealistic, pragmatic, and selfless public servants.
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
I would recommend a book written by late Carnegie Mellon Professor Randy Pausch titled "The Last Lecture"
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
I believe the most important principals of an elected official must have are honesty, independence, and inclusiveness to all. Elected officials must listen to the concerns, aspirations, and ideas of their constituents. They should always treat them with respect, humility, and integrity.
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
I believe my experiences and expertise will be an asset to the Board as a father, software entrepreneur and an active citizen who loves Dearborn schools and Henry Ford College. I was raised to value the importance of education since my parents were not able to go to school. I am running to strengthen our schools and empower our students. As a leader of technology, leadership and community service youth programs I have guided youth in effectively achieving their goals in education to become successful. As co-founder of a non-profit organization that promotes higher education. I am a contributor to the PTA,League of Women Voters, AAYSP, Eastborn Neighborhood Association and Rotary. I have an MBA from Wayne State University and extensive statewide policy experience.
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
The role of the board is to ensure that school districts are responsive to the values, beliefs and priorities of their communities. School board members offer support for public schools, ensure accountability and transparency, and allocate funds for programs that are beneficial to our children. It's also important to have a board that represents its community, and that no student voices are missing from the decision making process. It's the board's responsibility to support the administration and hold them accountable.
What legacy would you like to leave?
I'd like to leave a legacy of a public servant who is loved by his constituents because of my responsiveness to their needs and aspirations.
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
It was being the Class President in 2nd grade. It was a tough competition given the many outstanding students vying for the spot.
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
My first job was greeting patrons at LaShish Restaurant in Canton. I was there for the summer of 2004, right after graduation from High School. In the fall, I accepted a part-time job at the Mardigian Library - University of Michigan-Dearborn Circulation Desk which I enjoyed very much.
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Thanksgiving. It's a great way to celebrate unity and be thankful for the things we have.
What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?
Ensure that school districts are responsive to the values, beliefs and priorities of their communities.
Who are your constituents?
Dearborn and Dearborn Heights (Precinct 1-4) residents.
Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.
2016
Ballotpedia survey responses
Adel Mozip participated in Ballotpedia's 2016 survey of school board candidates. In response to the question "What do you hope to achieve if elected to the school board?" the candidate stated on September 6, 2016:
| “ | My main goals for Dearborn Schools and Henry Ford College are to increase student academic achievement across the board (P-12 and College), improve college readiness for high school students, bridge the gap between the under-performing and over-achieving students, utilize technology to be more pro-active with parents and the community, enhance teacher/staff compensation benefits. At the same time, I am hoping the the district can be fiscally responsible by making sure every dollar is well spent[9][10] | ” |
Ranking the issues
The candidate was asked to rank the following issues based on how they should be prioritized by the school board, with 1 being the most important and 7 being the least important. Each ranking could only be used once.
| Education policy |
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| Education on the ballot |
| Issue importance ranking | |
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| Candidate's ranking | Issue |
| Closing the achievement gap | |
| Improving relations with teachers | |
| Balancing or maintaining the district's budget | |
| Improving post-secondary readiness | |
| Improving education for special needs students | |
| Expanding arts education | |
| Expanding school choice options | |
| “ | My four core goals for the district are: 1) to increase student academic achievement across the board, 2) analyze and improve college readiness for our high school students, 3) utilize technology to be more pro-active with parents and the community, and 4) bridge the academic gap between the under-performing and over-achieving students. We can achieve these goals while being fiscally responsible through effective and efficient implementation of programs.[10] | ” |
| —Adel Mozip (September 6, 2016) | ||
Positions on the issues
The candidate was asked to answer nine questions from Ballotpedia regarding significant issues in education and the school district. The questions are highlighted in blue and followed by the candidate's responses. Some questions provided multiple choices, which are noted after those questions. The candidate was also provided space to elaborate on their answers to the multiple choice questions.
| Should new charter schools be approved in your district? (Not all school boards are empowered to approve charter schools. In those cases, the candidate was directed to answer the question as if the school board were able to do so.) |
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| No. We already have too many charter schools operating around the district. Charter schools do not provide the full rounded education package to our children. Some if not most charter schools have their bottom line revenue as their number one goal. School institutions should have student success as their number one. |
| Which statement best describes the ideal relationship between the state government and the school board? The state should always defer to school board decisions, defer to school board decisions in most cases, be involved in the district routinely or only intervene in severe cases of misconduct or mismanagement. |
| The state should defer to school board decisions in most cases. |
| Are standardized tests an accurate metric of student achievement? |
| No. While standardized tests can give teachers, administrations, and public a good snapshot of how students are performing, it shouldn't be the single metric to accurately measure student achievement. Student achievement should take into account: poverty level, language barriers, and psychological/social factors. |
| What is your stance on the Common Core State Standards Initiative? |
| While the standards put together by the Common Core were great, the implementation of the CC was not be best.Since some states have adopted the initiative and others like Michigan are now repealing the measure, it's very difficult to say whether the Common Core is going to stand in Michigan. State Legislature must look into best practices and success stories to make their decision. |
| How should the district handle underperforming teachers? Terminate their contract before any damage is done to students, offer additional training options, put them on a probationary period while they seek to improve or set up a mentorship program for the underperforming teacher with a more experienced teacher in the district? |
| Offer additional training options. Set up a mentorship program for the underperforming teacher with a more experienced teacher in the district. It is very important that we setup a mentoring program for all the teachers interested and give extra help to the underperforming teachers. Trainings should be offered as well. If all avenues of improvement are exhausted, the district needs to work with the union to replace the teacher. |
| Should teachers receive merit pay? |
| Yes. Teachers are underappreciated in our society (national level). Teachers should be paid very well so we can continue to attract the bright minds to teach. |
| Should the state give money to private schools through a voucher system or scholarship program? |
| No. Private schools should not be given any type of assistance (except for safety grants). |
| How should expulsion be used in the district? |
| An expulsion should only be used in extreme cases whereas a student has continuously disrupted the education process in his/her school. Parents should be involved prior to making a call to expel a student out of a district. |
| What's the most important factor for success in the classroom: student-teacher ratio, the curriculum, teachers, parent involvement or school administration? |
| Teachers. While student-teacher ratio, curriculum, parents, and administrators can serve as vital support to the classroom, the teacher in my view is the most important factor for success! |
Additional themes
Mozip provided the following responses for the voter guide compiled by MLive.com:
| “ |
Why are you running for office? What are your top three priorities? What is the most pressing issue for this office? |
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| —Adel Mozip (2016) | ||
See also
2022 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Dearborn Schools, "Adel Mozip appointed to School Board," April 9, 2019
- ↑ Adel Mozip for Dearborn School Board, "About Adel," accessed September 30, 2016
- ↑ Ballotpedia's Elections Team, “Email communication with Adel Mozip," October 27, 2020
- ↑ Wayne County, Michigan, "Elections Division-Election Information," accessed August 30, 2016
- ↑ Michigan Bureau of Elections, "2016 and 2017 Campaign Finance Filing Schedule," January 12, 2016
- ↑ Genesee County, "Filing Requirements under Michigan's Campaign Finance Act," February 7, 2014
- ↑ Wayne County Clerk, "Wayne County Campaign Finance Information System," accessed October 30, 2016
- ↑ Adel Mozip for Dearborn School Board, "Endorsements," accessed October 19, 2016
- ↑ Ballotpedia School Board Candidate Survey, 2016, "Adel Mozip's responses," September 6, 2016
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ MLive, "Voter Guide," accessed October 27, 2016
