Jeff Thielman: Arlington School Committee

Christine, Aidan, Sophie, Jack and Jeff Thielman

“Jeff is pushing for multi-year budget and cost analyses to make future financial issues more visible. Our school system has an annual budget of about $50 million and employs around 900 staff.

The financial and employee issues and processes are very complicated, and have a demanding learning curve.

His experience serving for three terms on the School Committee will complement and assist the several newer members of the committee. .” Ed Starr

"Jeff is an energetic and bright light, and works hard to make this community a better place. "
Barbara Costa

"Jeff's experience and hard work has been key to the steady improvement in our children's education during his nine years on the School Committee. " Kevin Greeley

Election Day is Around the Corner -- TUESDAY -- April 10th, 8am - 8pm

Your Precinct may have changed! Several Precincts have changed bounderaries and Thompson School is being rebuilt-- click here to find where you vote

Vote before Tuesday at Town Hall -- Mon/Weds 8am-4pm, Thursday 8am-7pm, Friday CLOSED. You can cast a vote until noon on Monday, April 9.

Tell your friends and neighbors that you value Jeff's experience, commitment and passion -- we need Jeff on the School Committee!!!

News Flash: Thielman Endorsed by Advocate!

"We also endorse Jeff Thielman and Cindy Starks for reelection to the School Committee. Thielman has nearly a decade of valuable experience on the panel and his consistent advocacy on behalf of Arlington's public school students makes him a sound choice for three more years"

I am excited to seek re-election to the Arlington School Committee and respectfully ask for one of your two votes on Tuesday, April 10th.

My family and I love living in Arlington. Our community is graced by a mix of people who have lived here for generations and those who have been in town for a shorter time, with a proud tradition of welcoming and embracing everyone. The schools are the heart of our town, and I am committed to ensuring that they are places where every child is welcomed and supported.

Our children are growing up in a complex, constantly changing, and diverse world. My full-time job running a high school in Boston for low-income, urban youth gives me a unique view on the challenges and opportunities in education. My wife and I have three young children who are in or about to enter the Arlington public schools, and as the most experienced member of the School Committee, I understand the short and long-term needs of our school system.

My goal is for every child, of every learning style and ability, to receive a high quality education in Arlington’s public schools.

During the past decade, we’ve seen substantial growth in student achievement. Our students and teachers have won numerous awards, our high school was awarded a Silver Medal by U.S. News & World Report and received recognition from College Board for student achievement, and our elementary schools consistently rank in the top quartile on the state’s achievement test.

We are not without challenges. Many teachers tell me they want and need more training on how best to respond to the diverse learning needs in their classrooms. More and better support is needed for students who struggle. The Stratton Elementary School, Ottoson Middle School, and our high school all have serious infrastructure challenges that I want to address. A limited budget demands that we find ways to better use our resources to optimize student achievement.

In my nine years on the School Committee, I’ve had hundreds of conversations and gotten great suggestions from parents and other residents. I look forward to hearing from you in the upcoming campaign and want to work with you over the next three years to make our schools the very best in Massachusetts.

Jeff

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