Sunday, May 19, 2013
Barchfeld, retired, has been on the Whitehall Borough Republican Committee since 2011.
Thirteen candidates are vying for four seats on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board during May 21's primary election, including Thomas Barchfeld. Name on Ballot: Thomas V. Barchfeld Age on May 21: 57 years old Incumbent? Yes or No?: No. Are You Cross-Filed as a Republican and a Democrat?: Yes. Primary Political Party: Republicans Occupation: Retired Municipality of Residence: Whitehall Borough Work History/Previous Political History: Computer Assistant for the Department of Defense, U.S. Naval Base, Mechanicsburg, PA, 1989-1999; Computer Operator there from 1977-1989; on Whitehall Borough Republican Committee since 2011 Post-Secondary (College, Trade School, et al.) Education History: Completed Modern Office Systems Training from 2009-2010 …
Check here for profiles as they become available.
Thirteen candidates are vying for four seats on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board during May 21's primary election, and Patch has reached out to each candidate in an attempt to profile him or her for readers. Check this article's address frequently for updates. The published profiles are hyperlinked below. Each candidate has cross-filed to run as a Republican and a Democrat. School Board Candidates Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
The MBA and 30-year Whitehall resident is a parent of two Baldwin High School grads.
Thirteen candidates are vying for four seats on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board during May 21's primary election, including Richard J. Kirsch. Name on Ballot: Richard J. Kirsch Age on May 21: 56 years old Incumbent? Yes or No?: No. Are You Cross-Filed as a Republican and a Democrat?: Yes. Primary Political Party: Democrats Occupation: Service Executive, AT&T Municipality of Residence: Whitehall Borough Work History/Previous Political History: "25 years in problem-solving roles." Post-Secondary (College, Trade School, et al.) Education History: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from West Virginia University; Master of Business Administration from Waynesburg University Why Do You Want a Spot on the Baldwin-Whitehall School …
Brown is a middle-school principal and has been a teacher since 1973.
Thirteen candidates are vying for four seats on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board during May 21's primary election, including Karen Brown. Name on Ballot: Karen Brown Age on May 21: 61 years old Incumbent? Yes or No?: No. Are You Cross-Filed as a Republican and a Democrat?: Yes. Primary Political Party: Democrats Occupation: Boyce Middle School Principal since 2002; In-Service Coordinator since 1995, Upper St. Clair School District Municipality of Residence: Baldwin Borough Work History/Previous Political History: Teacher in Upper St. Clair School District since 1973; National Middle School Distinguished Educator Award in 2008 Post-Secondary (College, Trade School, et al.) Education History: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education …
Friday, May 17, 2013
The 20-year Whitehall resident is a Baldwin High School parent.
Thirteen candidates are vying for four seats on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board during May 21's primary election, including Nancy Lee Crowder. Name on Ballot: Nancy Lee Crowder Age on May 21: 48 years old Incumbent? Yes or No?: Yes. Are You Cross-Filed as a Republican and a Democrat?: Yes. Primary Political Party: Republicans Occupation: Customer Service Representative, Just Between Friends, Inc. Municipality of Residence: Whitehall Borough Work History/Previous Political History: Baldwin-Whitehall School Board member since December 2009 Post-Secondary (College, Trade School, et al.) Education History: Mon Valley Vocational Technical School (Cosmetology) Why Do You Want a Spot on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board?: "Baldwin-Whitehall …
Schmotzer, a former state representative, is a longtime B-W Board member.
Thirteen candidates are vying for four seats on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board during May 21's primary election, including Martin Michael Schmotzer. Name on Ballot: Martin Michael Schmotzer Age on May 21: 57 years old Incumbent? Yes or No?: Yes. Are You Cross-Filed as a Republican and a Democrat?: Yes. Primary Political Party: Democrats Occupation: Businessman Municipality of Residence: Whitehall Borough Work History/Previous Political History: "Being in private business and running successful small businesses has given me the opportunity to see how the real world works." Post-Secondary (College, Trade School, et al.) Education History: Two years at University of Pittsburgh; two years at St. Fidelis College Seminary (Bachelor of Arts …
The 19-year-old Rambo is a recent Baldwin High School grad.
Thirteen candidates are vying for four seats on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board during May 21's primary election, including Elliot Rambo. Name on Ballot: Elliot Rambo Age on May 21: 19 years old Incumbent? Yes or No?: No. Are You Cross-Filed as a Republican and a Democrat?: Yes. Primary Political Party: Democrats Occupation: Student Municipality of Residence: Baldwin Borough Work History/Previous Political History: "Former legislative intern with 22nd District of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives under state Rep. Martin Schmotzer; previously employed by Salvatore's Catering." Post-Secondary (College, Trade School, et al.) Education History: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, concentration in Finance, from Robert …
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Solenday is a parent of two district students.
Thirteen candidates are vying for four seats on the Baldwin-Whitehall School Board during May 21's primary election, including Dave Solenday. Name on Ballot: David J. Solenday Age on May 21: 42 years old Incumbent? Yes or No?: No. Are You Cross-Filed as a Republican and a Democrat?: Yes. Primary Political Party: Democrats Occupation: Project Coordinator, UPMC Health Plan Municipality of Residence: Baldwin Borough Work History/Previous Political History: "I have been employed by UPMC since 1989. I have no prior political history." Post-Secondary (College, Trade School, et al.) Education History: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, from Robert Morris University Why Do You Want a Spot on the Baldwin-…
Monday, May 13, 2013
Tell us which candidates you're backing in the May 21 primary.
Four seats, each for a four-year term, are on the ballot for Baldwin-Whitehall School Board. All candidates cross-filed as Republicans and Democrats for the primary election, which will be held on May 21. So, who are you voting for? And why? Tell your neighbors in the comments section below who the most qualified people are. The following candidates will appear on the ballot: School Board Candidates Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Do you know where to get decorations with your school's colors? Specialty cakes? Signs for the yard?
Graduation season is quickly approaching, and parents of high school seniors are already planning special parties to celebrate. Local bakeries, party stores and other businesses offer school-color cakes, signs announcing the graduation, balloons and sometimes novelties, such as a multi-serving sandwich baked into the shape of the school mascot. Eat'n Park has gotten into the act via SmileyCookie.com. The restaurant chain's famous sugar cookies can be ordered online decked out in Baldwin-Whitehall Highlanders colors. So, tell us in the comments box below: Where have you found specialty graduation food or party supplies for your Highlander? Or, if you have an idea to help make another parent's planning a bit easier, share your tips here…
Robert Edward Healy, III
3:37 pm on Saturday, May 18, 2013
Richard J. Kirsch's profile now live, too. more ›