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Kenneth Mayer
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Kenneth Mayer was an at-large representative on the Wentzville R-IV school board in Missouri. He won in the general election against two incumbents and five fellow challengers on April 8, 2014.
Biography
Mayer has his Master's degree from the University of Texas in Arlington and currently works for a logistics company. He is also the Executive Officer for Troop 978 in the Boy Scouts of America. He and his wife have six children currently in the district.[1]
Elections
2014
Kenneth Mayer was opposed by two incumbents and five fellow challengers for the three at-large seats on April 8, 2014.
Results
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan |  Courtney Tieman Incumbent |
17.1% | 2,925 | |
| Nonpartisan | Barbara Fine |
15.1% | 2,585 | |
| Nonpartisan | Kenneth Mayer |
14.8% | 2,545 | |
| Nonpartisan | Heather Reiter Incumbent | 14.1% | 2,422 | |
| Nonpartisan | Marcos Chu | 12.4% | 2,133 | |
| Nonpartisan | Ron Lares | 12.3% | 2,116 | |
| Nonpartisan | Angie Ward | 7.7% | 1,320 | |
| Nonpartisan | Rick Glidewell | 6.4% | 1,102 | |
| Total Votes | 17,148 | |||
| Source: St. Charles County Election Authority, "Summary Report," accessed April 22, 2014 | ||||
Funding
Mayer did not file a campaign finance report with the Missouri Ethics Commission in this election.[2]
Endorsements
Mayer did not receive an endorsement in this election.
Campaign themes
Mayer states the following as his campaign themes and major problems facing the district:[1]
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I’m running for the School Board to address three areas of concern and support three areas of ongoing success. The fundamental concerns that I’d like to address are: First, I am unsure of Common Core. While in concept there are some advantages there still remains enough unanswered questions about its reach, curriculum, and costs that I fear parents are being led blindly down a path of acceptance. I intend to represent parents that care and defend their rights and interests. Second, the district is projected to operate at a $1.3 million deficit this year. Businesses and individuals don’t have this luxury, we have to make adjustments. Government institutions can ultimately turn to taxpayers to pay debts. I intend on defending taxpayers from higher taxes and being accountable for the tax dollars already collected. Third, an erosion of traditional values coupled with increasing permissiveness has led to moral decay in our schools which is only fostered by suggestive course materials. I intend to reinforce existing policies and propose new ones that require course curriculum to be above reproach. Areas of success that I intend to support are: First, the district’s academic track record speaks for itself. That is a reflection successful teachers and engaged students supported by parents and administrators. This reputation will continue to attract like-minded families and the best staff. Second, I support administrators that empower teachers to address discipline issues in the classroom and expect students to abide by the principles of citizenship. Holding this bar high maintains a culture of respect that we can’t afford to compromise on. Third, I applaud the recent changes to the dress code policy and believe it is a step in the right direction towards cultivating a learning environment free of avoidable distractions. Lastly, I believe deeply that a School Board member should strive to represent the parents to the School Board, not the School Board’s agenda to the parents. I intend to fulfil that conviction. |
Note: The above quote is from the candidate's website, which may include some typographical or spelling errors.
Recent news
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See also
External links
Footnotes
| 2014 Wentzville R-IV School District Elections | |
| St. Charles County, Missouri | |
| Election date: | April 8, 2014 |
| Candidates: | At-large: Marcos Chu • Barbara Fine • Rick Glidewell • Ron Lares • Kenneth Mayer • Incumbent, Heather Reiter • Incumbent, Courtney Tieman • Angie Ward |
| Important information: | What was at stake? • Key deadlines • Additional elections on the ballot |
