Statement by School Board candidate Murray Forman

It is my sixth year as a trustee, fifth year as a President and was a concerned resident prior to being elected six years ago. I extensively attended meetings and thought that I would have a lot to contribute to the board. The record of the School Board speaks for itself. The guiding principle has always been educational excellence with fiscal responsibility.

Especially in light of the difficult fiscal times we find ourselves in, the district is in a strong financial position. We’ve completed an extensive capital improvement program, enhanced programming while having an essentially flat tax levy for the past six years.

I stand by our record of accomplishment.

There’s not a district on Long Island that can point to the accomplishments of the Lawrence School District. We run a full day Pre-K, our buildings are in state of the art shape, we have new science labs, new athletic facilities and the district is debt-free – no bond debt. We truly provide educational excellence with fiscal responsibility.