Transparency — Accountability — Excellence

My name is Elizabeth Urbanski and I am a candidate for the Holmdel Board of Education.

My children are fourth generation Holmdel residents and I am a third generation resident and taxpayer. We reside on our family’s organic tree farm in Holmdel, which is where I grew up and where we are raising our children. All of our three children attend Holmdel Schools and we have had direct experience of the entire system, from the Village School to the High School. I understand the unique history of Holmdel Township and the Holmdel School system which combines both academic excellence, and engaged and educated parents, within a pastoral environment. As our children have progressed through the school system, I have realized it is very important to be directly involved in the school community. I have attended board meetings and I have been able to see the inner workings of the Holmdel School system. 

I am running for school board to improve excellence, transparency, and accountability across the whole district. While we have many important and exciting changes with our Vision 2020 building plan, there are other areas of transparency and accountability with in the school system that need to be improved. Holmdel has a reputation of being an excellent school system and we need to make sure we continually work to elevate all aspects of the educational experience.

I am an advocate for parents and children. Those who know me, know that I will bring a strong voice and personal conviction to the Board. I believe in an excellent and equitable education for all children. I believe in open communication, best practices and transparency in decision making.

I believe strongly that the Board of Education is the voice of the citizens of Holmdel. It is an important duty to represent both the parents and the children of Holmdel. The Board, as policy makers, helps set the direction of the school and the community’s input and oversight is essential. An active engaged board is essential for the school district’s success and I will speak on your behalf at every opportunity.