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Diana White, Gary Noble Endorsed by Edmonds Education Association

Both are running for Edmonds School District school board positions.

The Edmonds Education Association has endorsed Diana White and Gary Noble for positions on the Edmonds School District school board.

Both candidates earned the endorsement of the association, representing the almost 1,400 certificated staff members of the Edmonds School District, because of their strong records of leadership and service to the district.

White is running for Position 5, an open seat vacated by Pat Shields.  She has served as a volunteer in classrooms, as a PTA president, as a school auction chair, as a representative on the Citizens Planning Committee, and has started a popular afterschool math tutoring program.

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“Diana’s extensive involvement in both schools and District committees gives her a clear understanding of the most crucial issues facing students, teachers, and the Edmonds School District,” said Andi Nofziger-Meadows, president of the Edmonds Education Association.

“Diana also recognizes the importance of teachers, support staff, administrators and parents collaborating to provide the best possible education for all students.  Her degree in finance should provide an excellent analytical framework for the financial and policy issues she will face as a school board member."

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White is facing Mark Dillion, who won the August primary with 31 percent of the vote. White had 28 percent.

Noble is running for re-election in Position 3.  In his eight years on the Edmonds School Board, Nofziger-Meadows says, “Gary has a strong and consistent record of emphasizing student achievement, making solid financial decisions and respecting the input and expertise of teachers and support staff. He has the experience and vision to continue to serve in this leadership role for our district.” 

Noble won the primary with 73 percent of the vote and will face Boe Lindgren, who received 15 percent.

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