Brandon Elion on if students should be able to use AI in their schoolwork: AI should be used as an assisted resource, not a main one. Students should still be required to cite sources for fact checking

Cole Regnery: I believe the district can improve reading, English proficiency, and state test scores by listening to our teachers, attracting and retaining top talent, and implementing a common-sense, data-driven plan that we commit to and follow through on over the long term

Michael DeVito: Student safety is the top priority. Every student deserves a secure and supportive environment, complete with strong mental health services and social-emotional learning programs

Heather Tomlinson: In order to continue with the standards Sycamore maintains, it is imperative the community and School Boards work together to set realistic expectations financially for the betterment of our students

Eric Jones: Sycamore’s advantage is in its community, both the public community as well as the educational community

Howard Solomon: Because of the foresight of previous boards, District 428 has a dual language program. I suggest that graduates of that program be given job offers as classroom assistants immediately on graduation

The budget currently allocates funds for capital outlay projects, which would include maintenance and repairs to existing facilities. To the extent possible, I believe the Board should proceed incrementally in identifying and prioritizing needed repairs and facility upgrades.

Jose Jaques: I believe the top three issues the district faces are classroom size, student behavior and discipline and fiscal transparency.

Two candidates vying for spots on the DeKalb School District 428 board in the April consolidated election voiced their concerns this week over a staffing request for a new associate superintendent position.