Candidates Focus on Key Issues in School Elections

School board elections are taking place across several districts, with candidates focusing on diverse issues. In Wasatch County, the emphasis is on transparency, student success, and tax efficiency, with candidates considering joining Heber City's Community Reinvestment Agency. Montclair candidates are prioritizing school finances, universal Pre-K, and special education, with advocacy for paraprofessionals' rights. Paterson's race includes candidates supported by Mayor Sayegh, sparking concerns about potential political influence, though there are promises of independent decision-making. In Old Bridge, candidates are engaging with voters to emphasize local representation in their bid for board seats. These elections highlight the varied priorities and challenges school districts face in ensuring effective governance.