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Age: 50

Occupation: Training Coordinator/Plan Administrator Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 553

Family: Angela (Saracco) Best, wife; Analise Best, daughter; and Broc Best, son

Education: Staunton High School, Bachelors of Biological Science Monmouth College with a concentration in Education, Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 553 Plumbing Apprenticeship, Training Coordinator Certification Washtenaw Community College/United Association.

Background/Experience: A diverse background which started as an educator, then a plumber and pipefitter, and finally a training coordinator/plan administrator has helped me gain the knowledge of all aspects of education. A few of these examples include curriculum, infrastructure, financial, and legal aspects.

Why are you seeking office? I am seeking office because education is an important part of society, and having a quality school district is important to have a strong community. I have been fortunate to have had a great education at A. R. Graiff elementary in Livingston and Staunton High School, which prepared me for a successful career. I feel it is only right to do my best to help in any way possible to ensure this educational opportunity is available for generations to come in Staunton, Williamson, Livingston, and the townships that make up our district.

What are your top goals for the position?

1. To ensure our children and young adults have the materials, instructors, and administrators to prepare them for their future careers, and more importantly help them to become good citizens to our community or their future community.

2. To ensure our children are safe when attending CUSD #6 by providing them with the proper protocols and protections needed in an educational setting.

3. To ensure our children and young adults are comfortable and have a facility that is conducive to ensure they can make the most of their academic, fine arts, career technical and extracurricular experience.