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Printed below are the responses from the candidates who returned the questionnaires by the April 30 deadline. Candidates were asked to limit their responses to each question to 50 words.

Name: Lori Crow

Age: 52

Years as resident of the school district: 21 years

Number of children attending or graduated from the district: Three children: Danielle, 20, attending Macomb Community College; Samantha, 19, attending Michigan State University; and Cathryn, 17, a junior at Cousino High School.

Occupation: Vice president of Henry Ford Hospice and registered nurse

Community Service and/or group memberships: Active PTO parent; president, treasurer and secretary of Macomb School Board Association; certified board member

Elected offices you have held in the past and years served in office: Member of Warren Consolidated Schools Board of Education for two terms, 2000-08; held office of treasurer and president of the board.

Why are you seeking election to the board? I worked with other board members making tough decisions regarding finances, structure and policies. I want to continue to support our children’s education in a fiscally sound manner, and keep the community informed of our challenges and progress. My goals are student achievement, safe school environment and strong school-community relationships.

What quality sets you apart from other candidates? Strong leadership and my belief that each board member has the right to be heard and each member’s opinion counts. My ability to listen to board members, build consensus and ensure all members are heard enables the board to function effectively and assists the district in continuing to move forward.

How should the issue of school funding be handled? First, school districts must look at operations and ensure that every dollar spent towards the mission of educating our children is being used effectively. Next the legislature must realistically look at the funding being provided to schools to ensure that districts are able to continue to provide a quality education.

Other than school funding, what is the most important issue facing the district, and can it be resolved? Student achievement for every student is a priority. We must implement strategies and interventions for students that enable all to succeed. Our teachers and administrators must be supported with the tools and training to achieve this goal. If the whole organization and community focus on students learning, we’ll achieve success.

Name: Jon L. Green

Age: 53

Years as resident of the school district: Lifelong resident of the city of Warren

Number of children attending or graduated from the district: Two. Clark who is in 10th grade, is dual-enrolled at the Macomb Mathematics Science Technology Center and Warren Mott Senior High School, and Jack, who graduated in 2006 from Warren Mott High School and attends Wayne State University.

Occupation: School teacher with Hazel Park Schools for 31 years

Community service and/or group memberships: YMCA, and Warren Parks and Recreation volunteer coach; Sterling Heights football volunteer coach; certified school board member, Michigan School Board Association, 1996

Elected offices you have held in the past and years served in office:

Served 12 years on the WCS Board of Education: Elected president three times, vice president one time and secretary one time; and a legislative liaison for the board. Also, Warren Downtown Development Authority - WCS representative; and VFW Post 9021 senior vice president of the Men’s Auxiliary - one term.

Why are you seeking election? I believe healthy schools are the foundation of a strong community. The WCS district is a large district operating under a $165,000,000 budget, serving a large geographic area, many families and employees. I have the experience and certification to keep the district moving forward and have enjoyed serving the community.

What quality sets you apart from other candidates? My record of service to the WCS district. I have been instrumental in providing improved learning environments; improved educational facilities; improved programs servicing more students; improved building security, and having knowledge and experience overseeing a 165,000,000 budget.

How should the issue of school funding be handled? Funding of schools has to be a top priority at the state level. School districts need adequate, consistent and reliable funding to provide the types of services needed to provide quality education. The state must commit to investing in the education of our children first because children are our future.

Other than school funding, what is the most important issue facing the district, and can it be resolved? Safe schools are fundamental to providing quality education. I initiated building renovations to improve security for students and staff; renovated playgrounds and athletic facilities; added police liaison programs; and spearheaded stricter expulsion and reinstatement criteria to protect the learning environment. I will continue to initiate programs to ensure safe schools.

Name: Clifford Terry

Age: 34

Years as a resident of the school district: Almost five

Number of children attending or graduated from the district: One currently attending and two more in waiting.

Occupation: Millwright

Community service and/or group memberships: Member - St. Malachy Catholic Church; Volunteer parent aide - Black Elementary School; Volunteer youth football coach - Clinton Township Parks and Recreation.

Elected offices you have held in the past, and years served: None

Why are you seeking election to the board? My oldest daughter is about to enter kindergarten and I feel it is my responsibility to become involved. I am running to fight for a 21st century education consisting of more technology in the classroom, a safe learning environment for all students and the fiscal stability of our school district.

What quality sets you apart from the other candidates? As a married father of three young children, I know what it is like to work under a budget and to work towards providing for my family. I will take this skill set with me when I am elected to the school board to help provide a world-class education with ...

How should the issue of school funding be handled? As in any business, revenue is huge concern. In the education system, we are not dealing with a manufactured good; instead, we are dealing with our future. Educating our next generation is not cheap and I believe the students of Warren Consolidated deserve the best. However, being fiscally responsible, we ...

Other than school funding, what is the most important issue facing the district, and can it be resolved? Aside from fiscal stability, the most important issue facing our school district is curriculum. The educational programs of 2008 and beyond must provide students with opportunities to succeed in our new economy. When a student graduates from Warren Consolidated, I do not want them prepared for the world of yesterday ...

Name: Carl Weckerle

Age: 30

Years as a resident of the school district: 2.5

Number of children attending or graduated from the district: One child entering kindergarten in the fall and the other child in a parent-toddler class.

Occupation: Instructional designer and faculty at Macomb Community College working primarily with business and government teaching and designing instruction.

Community service and/or group memberships: As a school teacher I was the chairperson for both the Data Analysis and Technology committees. I currently serve on several statewide and regional workforce and economic development committees with the primary focus on business retention and increasing jobs in the region.

Elected offices you have held in the past, and years served in office: No publicly elected offices.

Why are you seeking election to the board? I will bring a fresh perspective to the school board, while maintaining the traditional values of our community. We need to bring new life to our community and schools. Education is the center of any community and should be the starting point for our transition forward.

What quality sets you apart from the other candidates? I am in a position to bring together my experiences as a K-12 teacher, college faculty, and extensive work with business and government to serve this district. I will use my background to provide insight on driving student achievement while in Warren Consolidated Schools and after graduation.

How should the issue of school funding be handled? My bottom line when addressing school funding issues is that priority should be given to expenditures which most impact student achievement. We need someone who is knowledgeable about schools, teaching and curriculum to determine those priorities. For my stance on these and other issues, please visit www.carlweckerle.com.

Other than school funding, what is the most important issue facing the district, and can it be resolved? We need to prepare our children on how to succeed after graduation from high school. Business and industry today are looking for innovators, critical thinkers and effective communicators. It is essential that these attributes are integrated into our overall curriculum ensuring student success after graduation.