More Endorsements for George McKenna: LAUSD

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: June 30, 2014 PRESS CONTACT: Jewett Walker (310) 947-7745 manager@electmckenna.com George McKenna Receives Endorsement of Former LAUSD School Board Candidates McKenna heads to August 12 run-off election with the strong backing of fellow educators Los Angeles, CA - George McKenna, who with 45% of the vote nearly outright won the June 3rd special election to replace deceased LAUSD District 1 Board Member Marguerite LaMotte, has received the endorsement of four former competitors: educators Sherlett Hendy-Newbill, Rachel C. Johnson and Hattie B. McFrazier and former LAUSD Board Member Genethia Hudley-Hayes. A run-off election will be held on August 12th between McKenna and the second-place finisher, who despite outspending McKenna over 3-to-1 in the June 3rd primary election finished 20 points behind him. “I am honored to be endorsed by these accomplished women who have been committed to improving the educational outcomes for the children of Los Angeles,” said McKenna. “Each has a track record within the LAUSD as a teacher and/or board member and they are aware of the issues involved in the day-to day operations of classrooms and school sites. We all share a passion for working for the best interests of our students. I am proud to have their support.” Former District 1 Board Member Hudley-Hayes said, “George McKenna has the history and the track record of working on behalf of students, particularly poor students of color. I know he will be an independent voice on the School Board for students, parents and citizens. He will work with administrators, parents and students to create the conditions so that all schools effectively educate all students, particularly schools that have been left out.” Hattie McFrazier, who spent 31 years with LAUSD, first as a teacher and later as a Pupil Services and Attendance Counselor, said, of the two candidates remaining in the race, “George McKenna is the one with the knowledge and experience to move the district forward. His focus would be on education and not politics. He owes nothing to anyone, so he can concentrate on education and not politics. His interest lies in providing a quality education for our students. I believe he is the best candidate for District 1 at this time.” A teacher at Dorsey H.S. since 1998 and third-place finisher Sherlett Hendy-Newbill, said, “George McKenna's experience in the Greater Los Angeles education arena was the determining factor in my decision to endorse him.” As a member of the School Board, “he will add to and enhance the outstanding legacy left by the Honorable Marguerite LaMotte and build a strong foundation for all children attending public schools in Los Angeles." With more than 50 years of experience, McKenna has served at all levels of the educational ladder, including classroom mathematics teacher, principal and local district superintendent within LAUSD. Additionally, he has served as Superintendent of the Inglewood USD, Deputy Director of the Compton USD and Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools of the Pasadena USD. In addition to serving on numerous education committees, he is currently an educational consultant, providing professional development and support to school districts and community organizations throughout the country. George McKenna has been recognized locally, nationally and internationally, for his work in transforming schools, improving student performance and increasing community interest and involvement within local schools.  With more than 400 citations, he has been profiled in national publications, including Time, People and Ebony magazines; television shows, including “Nightline” and “The Oprah Winfrey Show;” and numerous newspapers, including The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times and The Christian Science Monitor. His success in transforming South Central Los Angeles’ Washington Preparatory High School has been documented in print as well as film, including, “The George McKenna Story,” starring Denzel Washington and a documentary, entitled, “Chaos to Calm,” produced by the California State Attorney General’s Office. ### A high-resolution photograph of Sherlett Hendy-Newbill, Genethia Hudley-Hayes, George McKenna, Rachel Johnson and Hattie McFrazier is available for download at http://bit.ly/frmrcanpic LAUSD Board District 1 spans from Windsor Hills to the southwest, Cheviot Hills to the northwest, Hancock Park to the north, University Park to the northeast and parts of Gardena to the southeast and has been represented by an African-American since districts were first established in 1979. At 41 percent, it is the only LAUSD district with a plurality of African-American voters. For more information about the George McKenna for School Board campaign, visit the campaign website www.electmckenna.com or follow the campaign on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at ElectMcKenna.

Paid for by George McKenna for School Board 2014 General (ID #1367415) 5870 Melrose Ave, LA, CA 90038 · Campaign Office: 3818 1/2 Crenshaw Blvd, LA, CA 90008 This email was sent to MaryLovesJustice@gmail.com. Send your community service announcements to the MaryLovesJustice@gmail.com email address in order to be considered for publication in this "Human Rights Events by MaryLovesJustice" Blog. Political and Christian announcements are welcome. If you do not receive a confirmation within 48 hours, please re-send the announcement. I personally endorse George McKenna for LAUSD. I believe he is the best candidate for the job. See an important movie below: Denzel Washington plays George McKenna in "Hard Lessons" at http://youtu.be/GyuTXUKBoCM Enjoy!