Jim Fazzino
Jim Fazzino was a member of the Cecil County Board of Education in Maryland, representing District 2. Fazzino assumed office in 2016. Fazzino left office in 2020.
Fazzino ran for re-election to the Cecil County Board of Education to represent District 2 in Maryland. Fazzino won in the general election on November 8, 2016.
Biography
Fazzino earned his bachelor's degree in English and education from Bloomsburg University. He later received his M.Ed. from Johns Hopkins University. Fazzino is an e-learning supervisor with Baltimore County Public Schools.[1]
Elections
2016
Two of the five seats on the Cecil County Board of Education were up for general election on November 8, 2016. A primary election was held on April 26, 2016, for the District 2 seat. Jim Fazzino won without opposition in the general election after defeating Ron Lobos in the primary. The District 1 general election featured incumbent William Manlove and challenger Kevin Emmerich. Manlove defeated Emmerich to win re-election.[2]
Results
| Cecil County Public Schools, District 2 General Election, 4-Year Term, 2016 |
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|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Jim Fazzino (unopposed) |
97.70% | 32,973 |
| Write-in votes | 2.3% | 775 |
| Total Votes | 33,748 | |
| Source: Maryland State Board of Elections, "2016 Presidential General Election Results," accessed December 14, 2016 | ||
| Cecil County Public Schools, District 2 Primary Election, 4-Year Term, 2016 |
||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
| Jim Fazzino |
46.75% | 7,802 |
| Erin Doordan |
34.42% | 5,744 |
| Ron Lobos | 18.82% | 3,141 |
| Total Votes | 16,687 | |
| Source: Maryland State Board of Elections, "Unofficial 2016 Presidential Primary Election results for Cecil County," accessed April 26, 2016 | ||
Funding
Candidates for public office in Maryland had until March 22, 2016, to submit their first contributions and expenditure report of the primary campaign. The final campaign finance deadline of the 2016 campaign was November 22, 2016.[3] State law allows candidates to file Affidavits of Limited Contributions and Expenditures (ALCE) if their campaigns did not accept $1,000 in contributions or spend $1,000 in a particular reporting period.[4]
October 28 filing
Candidates received a total of $783.01 and spent a total of $808.00 as of October 30, 2016, according to the Maryland Campaign Reporting Information System.[5]
District 1
| Candidate | Contributions | Expenditures | Cash on hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Manlove (incumbent) | ALCE | ALCE | ALCE |
| Kevin Emmerich | $600.00 | $600.00 | $0.00 |
District 2
| Candidate | Contributions | Expenditures | Cash on hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Fazzino | $80.01 | $80.00 | $61.20 |
| Erin Doordan | $103.00 | $128.00 | $0.00 |
March 22 filing
Candidates received a total of $625.00 and spent a total of $600.00 as of April 19, 2016, according to the Maryland Campaign Reporting Information System.[6]
District 1
| Candidate | Contributions | Expenditures | Cash on hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Manlove (incumbent) | ALCE | ALCE | ALCE |
| Kevin Emmerich | $600.00 | $600.00 | $0.00 |
District 2
| Candidate | Contributions | Expenditures | Cash on hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erin Doordan | $25.00 | $0.00 | $25.00 |
| Jim Fazzino | ALCE | ALCE | ALCE |
| Ron Lobos | ALCE | ALCE | ALCE |
Campaign themes
2016
Fazzino's campaign website listed the following themes for 2016:
| “ |
What needs do you see for Cecil County Public Schools? I see increasing access to resources that promote student achievement as a priority. I understand that students in our system come from varying means and some have unique needs. Without resources and support, this may result in inequitable opportunities for students. I believe that in order to close achievement gaps, schools must have the resources to address a variety of needs. Some of the Cecil County’s school facilities are in need of repair, and I want our students to be welcomed into safe and inviting environments where students engage in technology-rich classrooms. This means we have to look critically at the condition of some of our facilities. We have to point to the areas of need and address them now. It wouldn’t make much sense to equip schools with the technology to prepare globally competitive students if the roof allows water to drip on the computers. If some of the equipment in our physical facilities no longer has serviceable parts to use in the event of a malfunction, it’s time to address replacing it. If any part of our school grounds and access points can pose a safety concern for a child, staff member, or visitor, we need to fix it. I understand that in the high point of the recession we’ve allowed service projects to remain on the “to do” list. Unfortunately when we don’t address an issue, it often times gets bigger. I think it’s time to prioritize our needs and address them. If our community isn’t aware of the conditions of county facilities, as a BOE member I believe it is my responsibility to collaborate with the system to identify additional strategies to inform all community members of these concerns. Finally, I think we need to be sure to maintain our greatest resource in educating our students—the workforce. Cecil County Public Schools has a team of exceptional teachers and instructional leaders, as well as a hard working, dedicated, and caring support staff. We need to continue to recruit and retain the best possible members this team. I believe providing them with the resources and support to maximize their roles in our schools is essential to realizing the county’ educational goals. What initiatives do you support currently in education?
I believe safe and secure learning environments that promote feelings of belonging for all children are essential to our success. There’s a lot that needs to be considered in a safe and secure learning environment, including increased security for visitors accessing the buildings where students are present. In addition to secure facilities, I believe student involvement in school and community-sponsored activities provide our young people with feelings of acceptance and belonging. I believe that when we discuss school safety and security, we need to include the initiatives that promote positive self-talk among children. I think our staff needs to be well-prepared to identify and support students who may be struggling in these areas. I think strong partnerships with our law enforcement, mental health services, and emergency responders are important parts of this work. [7] |
” |
| —Jim Fazzino (2016), [8] | ||
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See also
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Jim Fazzino for Cecil County School Board, "About Jim Fazzino," accessed April 11, 2016
- ↑ Maryland State Board of Elections, "Cecil County 2016 Presidential Primary Election Local Candidates List," February 10, 2016
- ↑ Maryland State Board of Elections, "Reporting Schedule," accessed February 10, 2016
- ↑ Maryland State Board of Elections, "EAffidavit Filing," accessed February 10, 2016
- ↑ Maryland Campaign Reporting Information System, "View Filed Reports Information," accessed October 30, 2016
- ↑ Maryland Campaign Reporting Information System, "View Filed Reports Information," accessed April 19, 2016
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Jim Fazzino for Cecil County School Board, "Issues," accessed April 11, 2016
| 2016 Cecil County Public Schools Elections | |
| Cecil County, Maryland | |
| Election date: | November 8, 2016 |
| Candidates: | District 1: Incumbent, William Manlove • Kevin Emmerich District 2: Erin Doordan • Jim Fazzino • Ron Lobos |
| Important information: | What was at stake? • Key deadlines • Additional elections on the ballot |
