Donna Andriani
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Donna Andriani was an at-large representative on the Old Bridge Township Board of Education in New Jersey from 2008 to 2017.
Biography
Andriani has lived in Old Bridge for over 11 years. She is married and has one son who attended district schools. She teaches science and has coordinated college and scholars programs. She has also worked as a learning consultant for the New Jersey Department of Education.[1]
Elections
2014
Three seats on the Old Bridge Township Board of Education were up for election on November 4, 2014. Three incumbent members, Donna Andriani, Richard J. Dunn and Frank Weber, ran for re-election. They faced challengers Kelly Ellis-Foster, George S. Gough and Ramon A. Paulino.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan |  Frank Weber Incumbent |
19.6% | 3,306 | |
| Nonpartisan | Donna Andriani Incumbent |
19.4% | 3,282 | |
| Nonpartisan | Kelly Ellis-Foster |
18.7% | 3,151 | |
| Nonpartisan | Richard J. Dunn Incumbent | 16.4% | 2,764 | |
| Nonpartisan | Ramon A. Paulino | 13.9% | 2,340 | |
| Nonpartisan | George S. Gough | 12.1% | 2,049 | |
| Total Votes | 16,892 | |||
| Source: Margaret Koenig, "Email correspondence with Claudia Jackson, Middlesex County Clerk's Office," February 27, 2015 | ||||
Funding
Andriani reported no contributions or expenditures to the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission as of October 16, 2014.[3]
Endorsements
Andriani had not received any official endorsements as of October 16, 2014.
Campaign themes
2008
Andriani provided the following responses to questions from Suburban about her 2008 campaign:
Why did you decide to run for the school board?
| “ | I believe that one should give back to the community in which they live or work, and I believe that the children are the unspoken strength of a community. They need someone to be their voice on the Board of Education. We need to provide a sound education for all children regardless of academic strengths and future career paths. We need to provide the foundation and inspiration for all our children to become successful, productive members of society. And, as adults, we need to be involved in that mission.[1][4] | ” |
| —Suburban interview of Donna Andriani, (2008) | ||
What qualifications or expertise do you bring to the board?
| “ | As a professional educator, I feel that I have a realistic perspective on the daily workings of school buildings and staff, and will be able to understand and justify facility expenses. I understand the nuances of educating the whole child and will be able to provide a true understanding of curriculum and instruction issues. I have had the opportunity to work both as a classroom teacher and as a coordinator, and support personal outside the classroom in an educational setting. I know the complexities of working with the state Department of Education, providing professional development and making home/school connections.[1][4] | ” |
| —Suburban interview of Donna Andriani, (2008) | ||
What are the biggest challenges facing the school district?
| “ | The biggest challenge is always the budget. Regardless of how frugal we could possibly be, there are contracted services that will continue to increase. Energy and utilities, equipment and materials, goods and services, and salaries and insurance have all escalated in cost. The challenge is to keep the school tax levy level, yet continue the educational services needed to provide a quality education for all our children. Other challenges will be the upcoming salary negotiations, transportation issues, and providing educational services for the additional children in new housing developments in the township.[1][4] | ” |
| —Suburban interview of Donna Andriani, (2008) | ||
What do you hope to accomplish as a board member over the next three years?
| “ | We need to recognize where we can partner our services and costs. I believe that we need to investigate and take advantage of all state monies as well as any grant and alternative funding source options when they are available at zero cost to the community. I would also like to initiate college articulation agreements with local colleges for the career trades students as well as expand our Middle College Program.[1][4] | ” |
| —Suburban interview of Donna Andriani, (2008) | ||
Recent news
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See also
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Suburban, "Crowded field seeks three seats on Old Bridge board," April 10, 2008
- ↑ Margaret Koenig, "E-mail correspondence with Claudia P. Jackson, Middlesex County Clerk's Office," September 8, 2014
- ↑ New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission, "View a Candidate or Election Related Committee Report," accessed October 16, 2014
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
| 2014 Old Bridge Township Public Schools Elections | |
| Middlesex County, New Jersey | |
| Election date: | November 4, 2014 |
| Candidates: | At-large: • Incumbent, Donna Andriani • Incumbent, Richard J. Dunn • Incumbent, Frank Weber • Kelly Ellis-Foster • George S. Gough • Ramon A. Paulino |
| Important information: | What was at stake? • Key deadlines • Additional elections on the ballot |
