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Denise Kern
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Denise Kern represented District 4 on the Comal Board of Trustees in Texas. First elected in 2014, Kern was automatically re-elected to a second term after her May 6, 2017 election was canceled due to lack of opposition.
Biography
Kern earned her B.A. in elementary education from the University of Montana in 1975. She later received an M.S. in education from Drake University in 1979. Kern also holds a Ph.D. in guidance and counseling psychology from the University of Wyoming. She worked as an assistant principal, principal, and program coordinator for the district until her retirement in 2013. Kern volunteers her time with the Comal County Early Impact Team and the St. Jude's Ranch for Children.[1][2]
Elections
2017
Two of seven seats on the Comal Independent School District board of trustees were up for by-district general election on May 6, 2017. Incumbent Laurie Schley lost to former board member Jason York in the race for District 3. In District 4, incumbent Denise Kern was unopposed in her re-election bid. Due to lack of opposition, the District 4 election was canceled and Kern was automatically re-elected.[3][4]
Results
Due to lack of opposition this election was canceled and Kern was automatically re-elected.
2014
Denise Kern sought election against District 4 incumbent Nancy Pappas during the general election on May 10, 2014.
Results
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan |  Denise Kern |
61.2% | 386 | |
| Nonpartisan | Nancy Pappas Incumbent | 38.8% | 245 | |
| Total Votes | 631 | |||
| Source: Comal Independent School District, "Comal ISD School Board Election Results," May 10, 2014 | ||||
Funding
Kern reported $2,211.18 in contributions and $701.31 in expenditures to the district office, leaving her campaign with $1,509.87 on hand prior to the election.[5]
Endorsements
Kern did not receive any official endorsements for her campaign.
Campaign themes
2014
Kern explained her reasons for running in 2014 on a questionnaire issued by the district:
| “ |
I have a passion for students and teachers and am excited to serve. I believe it is important to focus on strong academics, strong fiscal oversight and strong growth management. I believe my experience as an educator can give an added perspective to the board. |
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| —District questionnaire, (2014) | ||
Recent news
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See also
- Comal Independent School District, Texas
- Comal Independent School District elections (2017)
- Comal Independent School District elections (2014)
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Information submitted to Ballotpedia through email from Martha Miller on March 3, 2014
- ↑ LinkedIn, "Nancy Pappas," accessed March 5, 2014
- ↑ Jerrick Adams, "Email communication with Martha Miller," February 21, 2017
- ↑ Marielle Bricker, "Email communication with Laura Ayala," May 8, 2017
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through email from Martha Miller on April 25, 2014.
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
| Comal Independent School District elections in 2017 | |
| Comal County, Texas | |
| Election date: | May 6, 2017 |
| Candidates: | District 3: • Incumbent, Laurie Schley • Jason York District 4: • Incumbent, Denise Kern |
| Important information: | What was at stake? |
