Patrick Batten

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Patrick Batten

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 8, 2022

Education

Bachelor's

San Diego State University, 1998

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Marine Corps

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Patrick Batten ran for election to the Poway Unified Board of Education to represent Trustee Area C in California. He lost in the general election on November 8, 2022.

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Biography

Patrick Batten served in the U.S. Marine Corps starting in 2004. He earned a bachelor's degree from San Diego State University in 1998.

Elections

2022

See also: Poway Unified School District, California, elections (2022)

General election

General election for Poway Unified Board of Education Trustee Area C

Heather Plotzke defeated Patrick Batten and Jason Bennett in the general election for Poway Unified Board of Education Trustee Area C on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Heather Plotzke (Nonpartisan)	48.0	6,120
		Patrick Batten (Nonpartisan)	46.5	5,921
	Submit photo	Jason Bennett (Nonpartisan)	5.5	703

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,744
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Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Patrick Batten completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Batten's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

As a trustee, I will focus on being “Brilliant at the Basics.” Our children’s education must concentrate on Reading, Writing and Arithmetic to prepare them to compete in the global economy. Not all students will go to college, but all students must be prepared for their future. I will expand vocational education. I will support teachers as they are the key to the success of our children. We must provide a safe and engaging atmosphere to foster learning and growth.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Brilliant at the Basics: Our children's education must concentrate on reading writing and arithmetic to provide them with a world-class education that prepares them to compete in a global economy
• Increase Vocational Education: Not all students will go to college, but all students must be prepared for their future. I will expand vocational education opportunities.
• Fiscal Responsibility: I will protect taxpayers through sound fiscal policies that ensure our limited resources are spent wisely while improving school facilities.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The education of our children and ensuring that we continue to keep that our main focus. To do so, we must improve on the partnership between our parents, teachers, and children. Poway Unified School District is a terrific school district and that is because of the support and involvement of our parents.

As our schools continue to age, improving the maintenance of our facilities will become increasingly important. Following a responsible fiscal policy will be imperative.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

President John Adams helped establish our nation based on self governance and individual responsibility. He strove to be a statesman that look to support the next generation and not focusing on the next election.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The Iran Hostage Crisis.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Gel coat specialist and maintenance, Mission Bay Aquatic Center. 2 years.

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

To ensure that our children receive a world-class education.

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