From the questionnaire: All four DeKalb mayoral candidates outlined their campaign priorities for the city office if elected. Candidates cited infrastructure, public safety and affordability for residents among other topics.

John Bishof: I think cell phone usage should be prohibited during class time. Messages can be checked quickly between classes.

Katy Swiecicki on improving reading and English state scores: The district can establish a strong culture of literacy rooted in the science behind reading and English proficiency by grounding instruction in evidence-based techniques and data assessment