Kenney Running for First Full BOE Term

Member has sat on the board since February 2010. She is currently running unopposed for a three-year term to represent .

Kenney has an MBA in finance from New York University and formerly worked at JP Morgan Chase. She, her husband and two children have lived in the township for about 10 years.

Kenney declined to do a video with Chatham Patch in advance of the school elections Tuesday, but did agree to detail her experience on the board and her thoughts on what challenges the board will face during her next term.

Question: What boards and commissions have you sat on for the BOE?

This year I am chairperson of the Policy Committee and sit on the Curriculum Committee. Last year I Chaired the Personnel, and was a member of the Finance and Negotiations Committees.

Question: What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the BOE over the next three years?

I think the district is in a strong position to face any challenges over the next several years with Dr. La Susa leading the charge. As in the recent past, the financial pressures to provide an excellent education at the most efficient cost possible will continue to challenge the district. 

In addition, over the next three years there will be a teachers' contract negotiation as well as continued class size issues that will need to be faced. 

It is an honor to serve on this Board of Education.  I take the responsibility very seriously to maintain the standard of excellence this community expects and deserves.