"At a time when the School committee faces some very serious challenges, Jeff's experience and expertise are essential. He has learned a great deal over the last six years and will surely be a wiser public servant for our schools during the next three years.

At a time when the School committee faces some very serious challenges, Jeff's experience and expertise are essential. He has learned a great deal over the last six years and will surely be a wiser public servant for our schools during the next three years."

Barbara Goodman

"Jeff Thielman takes the time to understand the issues. He is a frequent visitor to Thompson. He has attended its PTO meetings, events, and more recently, meetings to get the Thompson on the path to being rebuilt/renovated."

Liz DiNolfo

"Few leaders had the gifts and abilities Jeff Thielman brought to the table. He is courteous; compassionate and level headed; and humanistic to seek advice and counsel from others who may have a different point of view.

An engaging conversationalist, Jeff Thielman is both an excellent speaker and thoughtful listener. "

Charlie Lyons

"I have enjoyed working with Jeff on various projects over the years. Jeff is caring, ethical, intelligent, organized and very good with people. He is skillful with groups and conducts well-balanced meetings, even with strong personalities, allowing everyone to get a fair hearing."

Ed Starr

"Jeff has demonstrated that he is skilled at working with diverse constituents and viewpoints, working constructively to address and recognize positions, and work for reasonable solutions and plans."

Trish Orlovsky

"We need School Committee members with experience, creativity and enthusiasm to address the challenging times ahead.

Jeff is a tireless worker who is always willing to answer your e-mail or return your call. We feel very fortunate to have a person of his caliber serve the youth and families of Arlington. "

Lisa and Henry Brush