Meet the Candidate: Ann Siegel, Sylvan Union School District

The following is a questionnaire sent out by The Bee to candidates for the November 2009 election. Candidates supplied the answers, and they are being published it their unedited form.

What is your full, legal name?

Ann Patricia Siegel

What name do you prefer be used in print?

Ann Siegel

What office do you seek?

Sylvan School District Board Member

What is the primary reason you are running for this office?

To ensure the decisions being made, during this tough financial time, are in the best interest of students and teachers. The decisions we make today must result in a strong foundation for student success.

What will be your single most important priority if you get elected?

To encourage decision making that benefits all students, of all ability levels.

What sets you apart from the other candidates?

My experience as a teacher and as an administrator in special education sets me apart from current Sylvan School District Board Members. My educational background has given me the opportunity to see education from several different view points.

Where do you work and what is your job title? (If retired, list position before retirement)

My current job title is, Autism Program Specialist. As an administrator, I work with parents, teachers, and fellow administrators to ensure that student’s individual educational needs are being met.

What date were you born and where?

August 6, 1974, Castro Valley, CA

What is your spouse's name, if any?

Caleb Siegel

What are the names and ages of your children, if any?

My daughter is 7 years old and my son is 5 years of age. (I would prefer that their names not be in print) Please list the schools and colleges you attended, the degrees you attained and when.

Beyer High School, graduated 1992

CSU Stanislaus, graduated 1998, B.A. Psychology

Chapman University, graduated 2001, M.A. Special Education

Current Credentials: Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

Authorized field: General Subjects; Cross Cultural, Language & Academic Development Emphasis

Professional Clear Level II Education Specialist Instruction Credential

Authorized Field: Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Preliminary Administrative Services Credential

Have you ever held an elected or appointed public office? (Include dates and office title)

No

Have you run before for an elected public office? (Include dates and exact office title)

No

Approximately how much money do you expect to spend on your campaign?

I have a campaign budget of 1,500.00.

Have you ever been convicted or charged with a crime other than a minor traffic violation? If so, please explain and include dates and locations.

No

Have you or a business you owned or had principal interest in ever filed bankruptcy? If so, please include dates and the location the bankruptcy was filed.

No