League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area Education Fund
	Hamilton, Butler County, OH November 3, 2009 Election
	Candidates Answer Questions on the Issues Board Member; Northwest Local School District

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area and asked of all candidates for this office.     See below for questions on Qualification, Priorities Click on a name for candidate information.   See also more information about this contest. 1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit) Answer from Fred Hunt: This is my 5th year of service and 2nd as President. I am a certified Master Board Member and 3 time OSBA Award of Achievement recipient. I also serve on the OSBA Southwest Region Executive Committee. I am a former U.S. Naval Officer holding many leadership positions throughout my career. 2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit) Answer from Fred Hunt: I have invested significant time studying education issues and plan to continue going forward. Life-long learning is critical to making the best decisions to serve the Northwest community in today's ever-changing world. We have an Excellent school district! In 2008, the Board received a Silver-level Effective School Board award. In 2009, we expect that to be a Gold-level award. The Board must continue to apply the principles that have worked and continue to modify any that need adjusting. The Board has been recognized by the Cincinnati Enquirer for our responsiveness. I will continue to be available to our community. Responses to questions asked of each candidate are reproduced as submitted to the League.  Candidates' statements are presented as submitted. Word limits apply for each question. Direct references to opponents are not permitted. The order of the candidates is random and changes daily. Candidates who did not respond are not listed on this page.