Frey, Neunzig, and Vogt for Board of Ed 

Letters to the Editor, slate

From Town Tribune Oct 21, 2021. To the Editor:  The Sherman School takes pride in providing a safe, congenial, and creative experience for all Sherman students.   On November 2nd, the voters of Sherman have an opportunity to ensure that the school will continue this tradition by electing James Neunzig, Kate Frey, and Matt Vogt to the Board of Education (BOE).

Kate Frey is an experienced educator who has been teaching for 33 years in public education.  Her formal training in K – 8 curriculum and proven practices in instruction will add a needed element to our Board.  Kate is a consensus builder, a necessary quality for the Sherman School community.

James Neunzig is running for election to the BOE and is presently the Chairperson.   A resident of Sherman for over twenty years and a parent of three Sherman school graduates, James brings a strong business and financial acumen to the position.  I find his communication style authentic and honest. His top goal is to provide an effective and efficient educational system for the students now and in the future.

Matt Vogt, a lifelong resident of Sherman, is presently a member of the BOE.  He is very active on the BOE maintenance committee and has spent considerable time studying the physical plant of the Sherman School.  His experience, knowledge, and communication skills are essential for the board at this time.

Vote for Frey, Neunzig and Vogt on November 2nd.

Robert Gamper

Sherman

Join me in voting for Kate Kelley Frey

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From Town Tribune Oct 21, 2021. To the Editor:  To Sherman Voters,

Please join me in voting for Kate Kelley Frey for a seat on the Board of Education.

While the recent focus on maintenance issues at the school is of vital importance, even more important is what is happening inside the building. Kate’s long experience in and deep knowledge of education will be a vital contribution to the BOE. Her expertise in curriculum will help in designing educational programs that meet the current and future needs of our children.

It’s easy to ignore an election with few contested seats. The local election on November 2nd presents an opportunity to enhance the quality of education at the Sherman School.

Please elect Kate Kelley Frey to the Board of Education.

Andrea O’Connor

Sherman

In Support of James Neunzig for BOE—Authentic, Honest and Loves Sherman

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From Town Tribune Oct 14, 2021. To the Editor:
I support James Neunzig for another term on the Board of Education. James is an authentic and honest person who cares deeply about the school. With his recent appointment to Chair of the BOE, he is taking a thoughtful approach to solving the complexities that come with a small-town school.
James and his wife Kara have lived in Sherman for more than 20 years with their three children, who all attended The Sherman School. I know him to be a passionate advocate for our town and wants to ensure the best outcome for everyone in Sherman.
With 30 plus years in hospitality, and the success of the beloved J.P. Gifford Market in Kent, it is no surprise that James is easy to talk to and is regarded for his ability to listen and take concerns seriously. 1 hope you will join me in voting for James on Nov. 2nd.
Sunday Fisher,Sherman

Vote for James Neunzig Sherman BOE

Letters to the Editor, slate

From Town Tribune Oct 14, 2021. To the Editor:
For the last year, I have had the opportunity to work alongside James Ncunzig on the Board of Education. James has proven his dedication to the school and the taxpayers throughout the last 4 years as he worked tirelessly to improve The Sherman School. In his new leadership role, he has instituted changes to increase the transparency of the BOE that will give the town the opportunity to follow along with the work that is being done to meet the needs of the school.
I have been proud to work alongside someone like James who has the ability to be passionate about the BOE work, remain calm, is considerate to others when learning new information, and makes decisions thoughtfully. The Sherman School and the town have been lucky to have him and another 4 years of his talent is exactly what we need to usher in the next era of the Sherman School. Vote for James Neunzig on Nov. 2!
Matt Vogt, Sherman

Vote Kate Kelley Frey for Sherman BOE

Letters to the Editor, slate

From Town Tribune Oct 14, 2021. To the Editor:
Please join me as I vote for Kate Kelley Frey for a 4-year term on the Sherman Board of Education. Kate offers a very needed perspective to the Board. She is a 33-year veteran teacher with a heavy emphasis on curriculum development and best practices.
She has a very deep history in the town of Sherman moving here in 1976 with her parents Ray and Polly Kelley and brother Joe. She has also raised a daughter in Sherman and navigated the school as a parent through all the choices for her education which adds another much-needed perspective.
Kate would be a very collaborative and thoughtful addition to the Sherman Board of Education.
Mary Lee-Roulat, Sherman

Sherman Parent Teacher Organization’s annual Fall Harvest Festival

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The Sherman Democratic Town Committee is a proud sponsor of the Sherman Parent Teacher Organization’s annual Fall Harvest Festival. Held at the Sherman school between 5 pm and 9 pm on Friday Oct 15th and on Saturday Oct 16th between 4 pm and 8 pm. The SDTC will host the bouncy house and a table with informative information. They’ll also have a few absentee ballot application forms and forms for registering to vote. You may get a chance to pepper our candidates with some difficult questions like ‘are you enjoying the fall colors’ or….?

SDTC Holds a ‘Meet and Greet’ at the IGA

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On Saturday, Oct 9, 2021, between 8 am and 11 am, the SDTC placed a greeting table in front of the IGA in Sherman. Board of Education candidates Kate (Kelley) Frey and Matt Vogt were present. Chris McDermott coordinated and ensured the event was a success. Andrea O’Connor and Chris made chocolate chip cookies. Tim Laughlin created an informative handout.  Marie Mennonna, Barbara Ackerman, and Bob Gamper also generously helped make it a success.

Endorsing Kate Frey for Board of Education

Letters to the Editor, Press Clipping, slate

From Town Tribune Oct 7, 2021.

To the Editor:

Kate Frey, known to many of you as Kate Kelley Frey, is seeking to serve a four-year term on the Sherman Board of Education.  Kate is a dedicated, experienced educator having taught for 33 years in the public school system. She is an outstanding candidate for the Board of Education.

With a Master of Science degree in Curriculum from Western Connecticut and a Bachelor of Science from Northeastern, Kate has a deep knowledge of curriculum development and best practices which would provide a much-needed perspective to the Board. In addition, her collaborative nature and ability to develop consensus will be vital assets to the challenges facing the Sherman Board of Education.

Kate’s connection to the Sherman School goes back to having her first teaching job there, watching her daughter and nephews attend the school, as well as her mother, Polly Kelley, teaching there for many years.  She would love to serve this community that means so much.

Carol Muska, Sherman