Five candidates are vying for three seats on the Perry School Board, including incumbent Linda Andorf, Jacob Ballard, Max Christensen, Mindy Farmer and Joseph Tuhn.
The Perry Chief asked each candidate to respond to questions on why they’re running and the issues their district/community is facing. Their answers may be lightly edited for clarity or length.
The election is Nov. 7.
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Linda Andorf
GREW UP: I grew up on the Eastside of Des Moines and graduated from East High School.
CURRENT HOME: Perry
EDUCATION: BA from University of Northern Iowa – Social Studies Education; MA from University of Northern Iowa – Special Education
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Treasurer of Dallas County Area Retired School Personnel – 10 years; PCSD School Board Director – finishing 2nd term; Vice President of PCSD School Board – 3 years;…