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GCPS Board Challenger Raising Funds

Jen Falk, a founding board member of Ivy Prep Academy, lists over $2,500 in itemized contributions.

 

 

The challenger for a Gwinnett County school board position has raised more than $2,500 in itemized contributions, according to disclosure records.

Jen Falk, a Berkeley Lake resident, lists contributions from people in Duluth and the Atlanta area, as well as some out of state residents. This is according to state disclosure records provided by Falk to Patch. The disclosures have not been posted electronically by the state.

Falk, a founding board member of Ivy Prep Academy, is seeking the District III seat currently held by Dr. Mary Kay Murphy. Contributions to Murphy's campaign effort total $1,250, according to state records.

“Raising money for a campaign is new to me," Falk said in a news release. "I’m not a career politician and never thought I would run for office, but the more parents I speak with about education in Gwinnett, the clearer it is that we need a more accountable, engaged representative on the school board. People across the county are contributing their money and time to this campaign because our children and the taxpayers of Gwinnett deserve better.”

District III includes North Gwinnett, Peachtree Ridge, Duluth and Norcross high schools. All of the Duluth Cluster schools are in District III.

Falk lists a contribution from Mary Finn, a Georgia State University professor ($100 in March).

Falk also has been actively campaigning and soliciting funds on her Facebook page.

Related Topics: Campaign Contributions, Dr. Mary Kay Murphy, Elections, and Jen Falk

Annette Rogers

9:11 pm on Thursday, April 5, 2012

This is great news! Jen Falk is the most knowledgeable and caring person I know working to educate all children in Gwinnett County. Over the past 15 years, it has seemed that our school board members have lost touch with our communities and with the resources available to those in need. Jen seems to be everywhere and to know everyone! It seems Jen is either personally involved or has a close personal contact that can assist in any special situation. Jen is always available to listen and to respond in a compassionate, discreet, and intelligent manner. Best Wishes Jen!

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