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A S S O C I A T I O N G O V E R N A N C E AEA Advocate | Spring 2015 25 Rachel Stafford For 7 years, I've served as a dedicated local leader/board member proudly representing region B in countless ways, taking your message/ voice to state and national leaders. Attending the RA would allow me to continue my service to you: therefore, I appreciate your vote and support as your 2015 RA delegate! ELECTION DISTRICT C CANDIDATES Mark DeGrow I've served on the AEA Board and as local offi cer, building representative, and NEA-RA delegate. I'm committed to the democratic process and will actively participate in RA debate and decisions. I am a strong advocate for the needs and interests of education support professionals and teachers in my region. ELECTION DISTRICT D CANDIDATES Joe Thomas As your AEA Vice President, I would be honored to carry your voice to the national level. I will strive to help lead our delegation from the RA fl oor and ensure all delegates are information and feel their voice is heard. I ask for your vote. ELECTION DISTRICT E CANDIDATES ELECT 2 DELEGATES Paul Lowes I'm running as a Region E candidate for the NEA-RA because I hope to continue deepening inter-association connections both within Arizona and with other effective associations nationwide. It's an honor and great privilege to work for the power and vision of public school educators. ELECTION DISTRICT F CANDIDATES Leah Knaeble My fi rst NEA-RA was in Orlando in 2006. It was an eye-opening experience to see democracy occur in a room of nearly 10,000 delegates. I would love the opportunity to return to Orlando to be part of the process again. Thank you for your consideration. ELECTION DISTRICT G CANDIDATES No candidates nominated ELECTION DISTRICT H CANDIDATES Marisol Garcia As the NEA Hispanic Caucus Director, the AEA EMC chair, chair of the AEA Legislative task force, and the representative to the AEA BofD for Region 6, I believe, that as a leader in AEA, and a strong local president, I am the best candidate for delegate to the NEA-RA. ELECTION DISTRICT J CANDIDATES No candidates nominated ELECTION DISTRICT K CANDIDATES Allison Orton Please vote for me, Allison Orton, to be your 2015 District K Representative to the Representative Assembly. I'm an active member of eSWAG and the Co- President of the Miami Area Education Association. I have never been to the RA and would love to have the opportunity to attend this year. ELECTION DISTRICT L CANDIDATES Chris Ackerley It is incumbent upon us as educational professionals to develop a vision of what should replace the current model imposed by NCLB. I would be honored to represent the members and locals of southern Arizona at the 2015 RA as we face that challenge. Kirsten Conrad President of the Vail Education Association for the last eight years, my greatest achievement is strengthening communication between superintendents, administrators, and teachers. I was a delegate at last year's RA, giving strong focus and energy. Honored to have that great privilege once again. ELECTION DISTRICT M CANDIDATES Christy Sainz I would love the opportunity to represent our members at the NEA- RA this July. I have been an AEA/Tucson EA member for 12 years serving on the EMC Task Force, current EMC Secretary, Latino Outreach Cadre, and currently on Tucson EA BOD. Thanks for your support. Emily Freed Each year that I have taught, I have had the honor of representing you at the AEA Delegate Assembly, the NEA Representative Assembly, and as an Association Representative. I want to continue working at all levels of our Association. Please help me, by voting for Emily Freed! Thank you. Dan Ireland I've worked hard to ensure educators are treated fairly, and retain high standards. I have advocated for members. I want to enhance our schools, by bringing professional development and tools to improve our practice, and protect our members by encouraging sound policy for our trade our state and nation.