On Tuesday May 16th 2023 Vote for JOE
RE-ELECT Joe Hidalgo as Council Rock School Director, Region 4
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Joe Hidalgo currently serves as the incumbent School Director. He initially assumed this role in April 2018 through a unanimous appointment, which was subsequently followed by a successful election, securing a four-year term in 2019. Joe is dedicated to continue the good work he has started.
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Nov 3, 2023 - Q&A - TO JEFF WERNER, NEWTOWN PATCH
Biographical Information
Name: Joe Hidalgo
Age: 50
Town of residence: Richboro, PA
Position sought: Council Rock School Director, Region 4
Are you an incumbent? Yes
Party affiliation: Republican
Family: Jenny is my wife of 21 years, we have three school aged children and a rescue dog Buddy Boy. One child attends Holland Middle School, One child attends CR High School South and our CR graduate currently attends Penn State – Schreyer Honors College.
Education: BS Environmental Science, University of Delaware; Chartered Financial Consultant™, The American College
Occupation: Financial Planner, Hidalgo Financial Services.
Website: www.joehidalgo.com
Questions
1. Why are you running?
My decision to re-run for this position is firmly rooted in a deep commitment to the success of our students and educators. I have personally observed the paramount importance of maintaining open schools and safeguarding our community from any distractions or issues that detract from our core mission of providing a quality education for all. I am resolute in my confidence that by continuing in this direction, we can achieve the following goals: Sustaining Quality Education: Promoting Student Well-being, Enhancing Community Engagement and Fiscal Responsibility.
By re-electing me, you can be confident that I will work tirelessly to fulfill these objectives and help our schools thrive.
2. What do you see as the top issues facing the district and how do you plan to address them?
The primary concern that demands our attention is the holistic development of every child, with a keen focus on addressing learning gaps, promoting well-being, and fostering happiness. It's been my steadfast belief that a contented child is more receptive to learning. To this end, we must cultivate an environment that nurtures self-respect and respect for others, irrespective of our differences. Embracing and celebrating our diversity is paramount, as it is precisely these distinctions that fortify our nation.
In a different vein, we must also confront the systemic challenges that our country faces, particularly the economic fluctuations. Balancing our budget responsibly while equipping our administration with the necessary tools and resources to maintain and elevate the quality of educational services is an ongoing, delicate endeavor. I remain committed to leveraging my financial background to propose multifaceted solutions, adopting a strategic approach to tackle these issues comprehensively.
Finally, I've become increasingly aware of an intense and negative political campaign within our local community, directed against its very members. It's essential to remember that long after the elections, we all have to coexist in this community. I'm deeply concerned that this kind of hostility among neighbors threatens our community's social fabric. I pledge to combat bullying and hold those responsible for their misconduct accountable.
3. What policies would you change, revise, delete or retain and why?
I would retain policy 109. I've recently become aware of a negative campaign that employs fear-inducing terminology like "book-banning." It's essential to clarify that the board currently has a 6-3 Republican majority, which means they have the ability to advance policies as they see fit. To the best of my recollection, there has never been a split vote on any matter related to books during my tenure. Policy 109 was unanimously modified by all members of both parties. Since when did party matter on the school board anyway?
I urge you not to be swayed by baseless allegations of potential book banning. If the majority has not pursued such actions thus far, there's little reason to believe they would do so in the future.
4. If elected, what would you fight to change or keep the same?
I am dedicated to upholding and strengthening the "Students First Always" initiative by offering unwavering support to our new administration's approach, philosophy, and expertise in the field of learning and education. It is imperative that we confront the learning setbacks resulting from the unfortunate COVID-induced school closures head-on. These closures were an unnecessary disruption for our students, and it is our responsibility to address and mitigate the impact on their education.
Furthermore, I'm committed to advocating for increased educational transparency and empowering parents with more effective tools to support their children's learning from home, especially those families with IEPs. Additionally, I will persist in my efforts to explore avenues for providing tax relief to senior citizens living on fixed incomes. They have contributed significantly to our community and deserve our support.
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Voting Area
COuncil ROck Region 4 consists of the following 4 voting districts and (polling places):
- Northampton Twp # 2 (Churchville Elementary)
- Northampton Twp # 6 (former Richboro Middle School)
- Northampton Twp # 7 (Northampton Twp Senior Center)
- Northampton Twp # 12 (Ohev Shalom of Buck County)