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On Tuesday, voters in Holmdel will make two key decisions–who do they want on the Board of Education and do they approve the proposed school budget for the 2010-11 school year.

Over the last few days, the school district has posted more details about the proposed budget and the staffing cuts that will take place, even if the budget passes.   According to district’s newsletter, 16 positions will be eliminated, including one administrator, 6 teachers, and 9 non-certified staff members.  The Board has also asked all staff members to accept a salary freeze. 

The school district’s home page has more details, including … Continue Reading

From the Independent, April 8 Edition:

I can’t remember a time when the Holmdel school district faced more financial challenges than it does today.  It looks likely that the school board will need to make cuts  involving not only non-essential services, but possibly more painful cuts in programming and staffing even if the proposed budget passes.  It’s essential that we elect board members who can stay fair and flexible and make decisions that have the interests of the entire community in mind.

That’s why I’m supporting Mike Sockol’s candidacy for the Holmdel Board of Education.

First, Mike has always been fair and reasonable.  … Continue Reading

From the April edition of the Holmdel Journal:

I was very pleased when I learned that Mike Sockol announced his intention to run for the Holmdel school board. Mike happens to be my son Joe’s HYAA basketball coach, and from the onset, I have been impressed at how he takes the time and effort to give every member of the squad his personal attention. Mike gets it. He understands that these games are for fun, and more importantly, that athletics can be a great way to teach a few life lessons along the way.

I wish I could share with you the … Continue Reading