Name and place of residence: Joan Pater, Adrian
Family information: Husband, Darrin, and two boys, Jordan, 11, and Jase, 8.
Occupation: Kitchen staff at Adrian Elementary School
Education: Adrian High School diploma and Southeast Vo-tech accounting degree.
Community activities and involvement: Adrian Park Board and member of the Adrian Blue and Gold Parent Teacher Organization.
Qualifications for service: "I feel I'm qualified because I have two children who attend Adrian Elementary. I attend School Board meetings regularly, and I am very interested in my childrenÕs education."
If elected, what should voters expect you to accomplish during your term as school board member? In other words, if elected, what issues will be important to you?
"Budget cuts are the main issue right now, and, with the cuts, still being able to provide our students with the quality of education they deserve."