Walnut Valley Unified School District: October 2009 Archives

Because of my strong commitment to quality education, I am seeking re-election to the Board of Trustees. My sixth term as a Walnut Valley Unified District board member has allowed me to be an advocate for the student and to contribute too many of the district's outstanding accomplishments. I am especially proud of my shared achievements with the WVUSD:
- California Distinguished Schools
- 98 percent graduation rates
- International Baccalaureate Program at Walnut and Diamond Bar High Schools
- Diamond Bar High Calculus ranked No. 1 in the nation
- API scores above 800 for all schools in the WVUSD
- Exceptional Performing Arts and Athletics Programs
- Prodigious achievements in Math and Science
- Continue to keep the district fiscally sound during the current state budget crisis
- Diamond Bar High and Walnut High School ranked top schools in the nation

Background: Employed as Information Systems Manager for City of Fullerton, Board Member, School District 1985 to Present, California School Boards Association 1985 to present, Delegate Assembly Representative for California School Board 1998 to present, Government Relations Chairman for California School Board 1999 to present, Board Representative R.O.P. 1998 to present.

I believe all students can learn. It is my commitment and challenge to continue to strive for improvement in community involvement, communication, school safety, and greater opportunities for all students. It is the district's vision, and my personal commitment, that our measure of success will be graduating seniors who are sensitive, culturally aware, and 100 percent literate.
Helen M. Hall
Diamond Bar

As your School Board Member, it has been my honor and privilege to serve you. These past eight years have allowed me to advocate for a quality education, safe schools, and accountability to parents, even as we continue to face a challenging budget with revenue cuts due to the state's financial crisis.

Proudly sharing District's accomplishments:
- National Blue Ribbon Schools
- California Distinguished Schools
- Top AP Calculus Program, Diamond Bar HS
- Top International Baccalaureate Program, Walnut HS
- Walnut and Diamond Bar HS recognized as country's top schools in Newsweek Magazine
- Primary Years International Baccalaureate Elementary School programs
- All schools exceed State API scores of 800 with 8 exceeding 900
- Superior rated Performing Arts and Athletic Programs
- New construction at all schools
- 21st Century Technology Master Plan
- Responsibly managed district budget even during state financial crisis.

Parent of Walnut HS student and graduate, spouse Diamond Bar teacher, community homeowner 21 years, real estate agent, Walnut Valley Educational Foundation Director, Masters in Governance graduate, past Board President, Vice-President, and current Board Clerk, Walnut Chamber Citizen of the Year 2002 and Volunteer of the Year 2005-2006, Regional Chamber of Commerce-San Gabriel Valley Chairman's Award 2007 and 2008, Mentor and Lead Volunteer for the American Cancer Society, ESGVU-Walnut Relay For Life.

My Belief -- All students have the right to a quality education. My Vision -- Prepare all students to compete in a global society with 21st Century skills. My Commitment -- Excellence, integrity, accountability, safe schools, balanced budget and honest government.

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Cindy Ruiz
West Covina