The Time is Now
I don’t quite understand why some people don’t vote. Every election we have directly influences our lives. At the city, county, state, and national level, every election makes a difference. Yet, nationally, there is apathy. In the last election, we had approximately 55% of the voting age population vote. In 2012, it was 55%. In 2008 we had the highest turnout since 1968, and it was 58%. That is appalling. Some people put in the effort. They get to know the candidates. They ask questions. They do the research. A great many people vote on single issues. They care about one thing (or a few things) and base their decisions only on that. Others vote by party. Some vote because they have seen the name. Our democracy takes effort. You have to want it. In Columbia County in the last midterm election 2,758 people voted for the school board. There are 27,000 voters in District 3. That is 10%. 10% That is appalling. I know that you might not have school age children. But, having a strong school district is important for society. It helps with the economy. It helps the social structure. It helps the future. In talking to people, it seems that people care what is going on. Well, the time is now to show that you care. On May 22, go out and vote. Or, vote early. When you do, please consider voting for Andrew Kemp for Columbia County School Board, District 3. I am an experienced educator (11 year public school teacher). I have a doctorate in curriculum and instruction and teach in a College of Education where I teach teachers. I have done administrative work as a program coordinator in a public school. My children have gone through Columbia County Schools since 2010. When thinking about who I the most qualified, think about the big picture. You have choices. But, if you are looking for someone that has experience, a deep knowledge of education and the system, a candidate that is a critical thinker about educational issues, and someone that is current and relevant, vote Andrew Kemp. On May 22, vote Andrew Kemp for Columbia County School Board, District 3. To learn more, visit http://andrewtkemp.com/ Or email me at drew@andrewtkemp.com Drew
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5/18/2018 01:31:54 am
When I was still studying, we were taught by our professors how to compute our GPA so that we will know our grades through our own efforts. At the same time, it was launched so that the transparency in regards to grades between the students and the professor is clear. Thanks for teaching it her on your website! Those who still do not know how to do it the right way gained an ew knowledge which they can use, especially of you are a grade-conscious person!
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6/8/2018 10:25:12 am
I do agree with you. We had a same case before, my professor also taught us how to count our grades and have their average. It is still a good knowledge up until now because I can still use this method. It has a same method in the voting system, I admit that sometimes I do not vote into local parties because there are some not deserving the vote. Anyway, everyone has a right to vote in a democratic country.
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Andrew Kemp
With the exception of a year, I have been a teacher or a student for my entire life. I have taught on many different levels. I have been a middle school teacher (okay, for one semester for student teaching...because of this, I have a profound respect for middle school teachers), high school, undergraduates and graduate students. I have coached soccer in youth leagues and high school. Education is in my blood. Archives
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