Meet the Candidate: Terriann Zeek, Sylvan Union School District

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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?

Terriann Evon Zeek

Unknown - Terriann Zeek

What name do you prefer be used in print?

Terriann Zeek

What office do you seek?

School board member, Sylvan Union School District

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

With nearly 20 years of my life invested in this district (over 10 years as a classroom volunteer; 9 years as a board member), I have a deep affection and respect for the staff, students and parents of the Sylvan District. I�m passionate about education in general and the Sylvan district in particular.

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

To help the Sylvan District weather the very difficult budget years ahead and ensure that children continue to receive the high quality education Sylvan is known for.

What sets you apart from the other candidates?

I make time to be on the campuses. It�s important to see first-hand how board policies are impacting students and teachers. Where do you work and what is your job title? (If retired, list position before retirement)

Terriann Zeek Tutoring Services; tutor and owner

What date were you born and where?

June 23, 1960, Modesto

What is your spouse's name, if any?

Paul Zeek

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

Taryn Tillotson, 23; Verity Zeek, 21; Tori Zeek, 18

Please list the schools and colleges you attended, the degrees you attained and when.

Garrison Elementary, Roosevelt Junior High, Davis High School (diploma), Modesto Junior College, Humphrey�s College (no degree).

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

Sylvan School Board member, 2000-present (Appointed in 2000; elected in 2001; re-elected in 2005) 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?

$1,300

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.

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.