Some people may be wondering why the Parents for Progress ticket, Antonio Gray, Sharyn Angley and Monica Stromwall were not in attendance in the Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 8th at the Elks Lodge. Let us explain why.
We were first notified by mail by the Quality of Life Coalition that a debate/forum was scheduled for October 14th. Ironically, this was the same date and time as the regularly scheduled October Board of Education meeting. This posed a conflict with at least three candidates that are current board members and candidates in the upcoming election.
When the organizers learned of the conflict, a new date was scheduled and was sent out with two weeks notice. But again, this was done without consulting any of the candidates – at least none of the candidates on the Parents for Progress team. Unfortunately, this new date conflicted with previous commitments and so we were unable to participate.
With the election still a few weeks away, there are plenty of opportunities to get to know us and ask us questions. The best and fastest way is to contact us through our Facebook page: Parents for Progress Hoboken or email at parentsforprogresshoboken@gmail.com. We are committed to improving upon and continuing the progress in the Hoboken Public Schools.
Educationally yours,
Parents for Progress
Antonio Gray, Sharyn Angley and Monica Stromwall