Sandy Hinkson
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Sandy Hinkson is an at-large member on the Temecula Valley Board of Education in California. Hinkson was first elected to the board in the general election on November 4, 2014.
Biography
Sandy Hinkson is a resident of Riverside County, California. Hinkson holds a B.S. degree in biology and an M.A. degree in teaching. She spent 15 years working as a store manager, operations manager and merchandise manager in the retail industry before she became an educator. Hinkson worked as a teacher for more than two decades in the Temecula Valley Unified School District until she retired.[1]
Elections
2014
The election in Temecula Valley featured three at-large seats up for general election on November 4, 2014. Challengers Julie Farnbach, Kevin S. Hill and Sandy Hinkson defeated incumbents Robert Brown and Richard Shafer and challengers Cheryl Eckard and Mark Katan. Fellow board member Vincent O'Neal did not file for the election.
Results
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan |  Sandy Hinkson |
18.9% | 9,977 | |
| Nonpartisan | Julie Farnbach |
18.1% | 9,558 | |
| Nonpartisan | Kevin S. Hill |
14% | 7,386 | |
| Nonpartisan | Richard Shafer Incumbent | 13.8% | 7,278 | |
| Nonpartisan | Robert Brown Incumbent | 12.7% | 6,710 | |
| Nonpartisan | Cheryl Eckard | 13.1% | 6,918 | |
| Nonpartisan | Mark Katan | 9.4% | 4,971 | |
| Total Votes | 52,798 | |||
| Source: Riverside County Registrar of Voters, "Consolidated General Election, November 4, 2014," accessed January 2, 2015 | ||||
Funding
Candidates had to file contribution reports within 24 hours of receiving an aggregate total of $1,000 or more from a single source. The first scheduled pre-election report filing deadline was October 6, 2014. If candidates raised or spent less than $1,000 during the 2013 and 2014 calendar years, they had to file Form 470 at that time. If candidates raised or spent more during that time, they had to file Form 460 by the pre-election report filing deadline.[2]
Candidates required to file Form 460 also had to file a second pre-election report on October 23, 2014, and they had to file termination reports by December 31, 2014. If a termination report was not filed, candidates had to file a semi-annual report by February 2, 2015.[2]
Endorsements
Hinkson received an endorsement from the Temecula Valley Educators Association.[3]
Campaign themes
2014
Hinkson published her platform on her campaign website:
| “ | Foster an environment of trust, respect, and teamwork
Creating an environment of trust, respect, and teamwork starts with excellent two-way communication that informs and seeks out input from educators, staff, students, and parents alike. Teamwork begins by listening to all parties and using this valued input to help guide the decisions made by school board members and district administrators. As a retired teacher with 21 years experience in the Temecula School District, I am in the unique position of having first hand knowledge and insight into the issues that are important to teachers and staff at the school sites. I have built relationships with all parties including teachers, staff, students, parents, and district administrators. These relationships coupled with continued communication with all parties will foster the building of a strong bridge for working together. Support increasing funding and programs in art, music, and PE for elementary students With previous state budget issues, music, art, and PE specialists were eliminated from elementary schools. As the budget has improved, funding for these programs should be a priority. The district has begun restoring Visual and Performing Arts, but in a large group format with class sizes up to 200 students at a time. Research has shown that education in music and the arts improves academic performance and enjoyment. The same is true of Physical Education. Students who participate in physical activity return to class better able to concentrate and perform better academically. Childhood obesity is becoming more prevalent making the role of educating students about physical exercise critical. Increasing funding in these areas helps students enjoy school, relieve stress, develop healthy lifestyles, an appreciation for culture and the arts, and encourages well-rounded individuals. Focus on providing excellence in education and preparing students for the real world by providing rich and varied educational opportunities The paths students will take in life and careers are as unique and varied as the students themselves. While continuing our high academic standards, I support programs that prepare students for their future including both college and career readiness. For example: STEM (science, technology, engineering, math), CTE (career and technical education) and skilled trades, use of 21st century technology, internships, certificate programs, arts, and an overall vision toward the future. My campaign slogan, “Every Student, Every School”, means meeting the needs of every student by providing rich and varied educational opportunities.[4] |
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| —Sandy Hinkson campaign website (2014)[5] | ||
Recent news
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See also
- Temecula Valley Unified School District, California
- Temecula Valley Unified School District elections (2014)
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Sandy Hinkson for Temecula School Board, "About Sandy Hinkson," accessed October 23, 2014
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Fair Political Practices Commission, "Filing Schedule for Candidates and Controlled Committees for Local Office Being Voted on November 4, 2014," accessed August 19, 2014
- ↑ Temecula Patch, "OP-ED: Temecula Teachers' Union Throws Weight Behind 2 Board Candidates," September 15, 2014
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Sandy Hinkson for Temecula School Board, "Sandy's Priorities," accessed October 23, 2014
| 2014 Temecula Valley Unified School District Elections | |
| Riverside County, California | |
| Election date: | November 4, 2014 |
| Candidates: | At-large: • Incumbent, Robert Brown • Incumbent, Richard Shafer • Cheryl Eckard • Julie Farnbach • Kevin S. Hill • Sandy Hinkson • Mark Katan |
| Important information: | Key deadlines • Additional elections on the ballot |
