Mary Anne Templeton

November 3, 2022

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A simple question: Why? Why would you want to sit on the Board? What is motivating you to run for this position?

First and foremost, I am a mother of a student in Hammonton Public Schools. Being actively involved with my son and all the students within our district education is a priority for me. I am motivated to make a difference for all the children in the district by being a positive influence on the School Board.

2. How well do you feel like you know the town and the school community? In other words, have you lived here long? Did you attend school here, or do you have children in the community?

I have been a part of the Hammonton community since 1993 attending St. Joseph’s High School and graduating in 1997. I moved here permanently in 1999 . Hammonton has been my home for 23 years and I must say I love where I live. Yes, my son is a Junior in Hammonton High School .

3. What qualities and expertise do you have to offer in this role?

As an administrator for RE/MAX Community I bring a skill set focused in project management, time management, budgeting, and forecasting. These are key components to making any business, organization, or administration run effectively. As an administrator of a non-profit, I bring the experience of coordinating and executing tasks for a common good. Finally, and most importantly, as a mother I bring the values and discipline of parenting a Hammonton child.

4. What is the Hammonton school district doing right for its students? Are there areas that may be in need of improvement?

Hammonton is a tight knit community, and so are its schools. We work extremely well as a big extended family. We support each other in sports and extracurricular activities. I would like to see more resources and classes offered to the students, and make sure the Food Pantry is well stocked for the children in the district. As time passes, these facilities and programs will need to be upgraded.

5.Are you open to the ideas and suggestions that students of Hammonton High School may bring to Board of Education meetings? If so, do you believe student involvement will improve our education system and environment?

Absolutely! Teachers and students are invested in the excellence of our school system by doing what they do every day. Who better to offer firsthand feedback to how we as Board members are performing in our duties?

6. In your opinion, what are the most important skills a student should possess in order to be successful when they graduate high school?

Focus, dedication, and commitment to working hard and knowing they were given a solid foundation to start the next chapter in their lives.

7. Tell us about something in your life that fostered a passion for schools and education.

I was a graduate of St Joseph HS in 1997. I moved to Hammonton permanently and started my family here. To see how the community comes together as a family is unmeasurable. To be involved, make a difference, and be a part of a positive end result is so rewarding

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