The decision has been made.

[Dennis S]

I an earlier post I talked about my application to fill a vacancy on our local schoolboard. Tonight was the night, and what happened was kind of amazing to me. One of the Indian members nominated an Indian, and one of the Anglos nominated me. It looked like it was headed for a decision on racial grounds, a thought that had concerned me for days, and made me cringe inside.

Then I was asked what I felt was the most important issue the schoolboard would face. The gist of my answer was that we had to find a way to reconcile and live as neighbors, and to work together the way our kids already know how to do in their classrooms. There was more to it than this, and the words came so easily. The concerns of my heart just seemed to come together in a way I couldn't have planned. But here is the amazing part-after I had finished, the Indian board member who had nominated the Indian candidate withdrew the nomination and moved that I be appointed by unanimous vote, which I was. This was an incredibly gracious response. I am now a member of the schoolboard until the next election, which is right around the corner. This was probably the first significant decision by unanimous vote in 2 years. I hope we can have some more.

 

[Phyllis]

Congratulations, Dennis. That's one very wise board member and I have no doubt that the board will have much to gain from your wonderful philosophy of life!

 

[Karlynn]

Congratulations Dennis. And what an inspiring way to get a seat on the school board.

 

[pipersmith]

Congratulations!!!!! ;0)

Congratulations!!!!! ;0)

I know that you will be a very valuable member and make quite a difference. I wish more school boards/ other school leadership organizations had more ethical, responsible, and caring individuals wanting to make a difference. When we lived in Florida, they could not even have a PTO because no one ever showed up for the meetings.

Best of luck!

 

[Christina L]

Congratulations Dennis!

Congratulations Dennis!

Don't you think this has happened for a reason??!

You will be a perfect addition to the school board.

Christina L

 

[CathyK.]

Christina - I was thinking the same thing. congrats, Dennis! We all know here that you were meant for this. There will be wonderful things for the school to come!!

 

[Dennis S]

Yes I do:

Yes I do:

Here is a quote from my earlier post to you:

Like you, I believe that things ?happen for a reason?. In that very important sense I agree with your statement that ?things happen for a reason?.

I asked if those who cared to would pray for me personally, and for a good decision to be made. In my own opinion, I received a spectacular answer to those prayers.

 

[Nancy]

Congratulations, Dennis. You are an official politician. You will do much good.

Dad was a politician. Remember that you will not please all the people all the time, no matter how hard you try. It can be difficult sometimes, as Hensylee so aptly put it on your other thread.

 

[catwoman]

Dennis:

Congratulations! I'm sure you will find serving on the board very rewarding.

I began my newspaper career as a reporter in the Dallas TX area. I covered a school district, both the board and the schools, for several years. I enjoyed it very much.

 

[Andrew'sMom]

Dennis, Congratulations! The folks of your community are lucky to have you on board. Best wishes!

 

[Marguerite53]

Dennis. That is a very charmed story. When wisdom and action go hand in hand....well, it does make for and elegant moment. Congratulations. You are fortunate to be among those who recognize gift.

Work hard!! Marguerite

 

[StretchL]

Congratulations, David! Now, on to higher office!

 

[WayneGM]

Congratulations. You obviously "wowed" them! Way to go. Best of luck.

 

[RobThatsMe]

Hello Dennis,

Congrats on your new position!

I have been following your threads, and I must say.... I feel that you will certainly add wisdom and be a valuable member to the board.

I hope your new position brings good changes to your life experience, and to all those you will represent.

All the best to you!

Rob

 

[geebee]

I wish you all the best and hope you are successful at bringing change where needed.

Congratulations.

 

[maka]

Congratulations....plan to run from Congress....we need "a few good men"

 

[AlonnolA]

Wow Dennis. That's an amazing story, but not really surprising, considering the eloquence, wisdom, and "vision" you've shown all of us!

You will do great!