Tuesday, October 5, 2010

October 5, 2010

Thank you for visiting the Bobbe Gillis for Dekalb School Board blog.

I have been attending forums, meetings and researching non-stop for the past several weeks, and intend to continue to do so for the next several weeks. Remember, Election Day is Tuesday, November 2nd and everyone needs to get out and vote!!

On Tuesday, September 21st I attended a meeting about plans for the future of Dunwoody redevelopment. I have contacted the planners to let them know that when elected to the board I would like to be involved in this discussion. I would like some assurance that if there is to be any high density development, our already overcrowded schools will be compensated by additions or the building of a new school.

On Tuesday, September 28th I attended the EduKalb forum at Dunwoody City Hall. My opponent was there and several other prospective board members. The incumbent for District 1 was not in attendance that evening. I was pleased to see that everyone who was in attendance has the same goal - a better education for all our children.

My words and actions came across as "a nice lady." Thank you for that compliment and I just want to say that this nice lady is also smart and passionate about the DeKalb County School System. I realize that there is an incredible amount of work to be done, but I believe that it can be accomplished with a board of education that works together as a team.


Thank you Nancy Minnich for hosting some Chamblee parents on Friday morning. It was a pleasure to meet with all of you and learn of your concerns. I truly appreciate your commitment to our school system and your devotion to your students. I would gladly work beside you on all that needs to be done to make Chamblee High School a true reflection of its magnificent student body. Last night, many of you were at the Board of Education work session. Kudos to Karen Ruffin for submitting your concerns and goals for Chamblee High School so articulately.

Upcoming events:

Thursday, October 7th EduKalb Debate for all DCSB candidates
Dekalb Medical Center Theatre, 6:30-9 pm

Friday, October 8th ODE interview 3 pm

Monday, October 11th DCSB meeting 6 pm at Mountain Ind. Blvd. facility

Sunday, October 17th New Hope Church Community Day
10:30 am - 1 pm "A Day to Honor our public officials and servants"

Sunday, October 17th Meet and Greet at the home of Ted and Renee Walkup, 7 pm.

Thurday, October 21st DECA meeting at Dresden Elementary School 7 pm

Tuesday, October 26th DHA forum at Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 7 pm

Thursday, October 28th Lunch and Learn at Dunwoody Library, 12 noon

Monday, November 1, DCSB Work session 6 pm at Mountain Ind.

Tuesday, November 2nd , Election Day

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