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October 5, 2012

Bubalo ready for 2nd term on school board

From Staff Reports Washington Times Herald

WASHINGTON — Voters will choose from among three candidates to fill the two at-large seats on the Washington Community School Board in November’s general election.

The seats are currently held by Mike Traylor and Vicki Bubalo. Both incumbents will be on the ballot, along with Randy Bouchie.

Bubalo, who’s served one term on the board, said she tries to be a well informed and open-minded, independent thinker who takes action. She said she’s willing to give her time and attention to learning the facts and acquiring the understanding needed for successful leadership.

“I have a sincere interest in the educational programs of our schools and in making good decisions for students at every level,” said Bubalo, whose husband, Alan, served on the school board for 12 years under Tom Miller. “I believe quality education begins with the decisions the school board makes and that a board should consist of well-rounded individuals who come from various backgrounds. As I look at many of the organizations in this community and others, I am convinced that women truly have servant-hearted attitudes and are often the ones who ‘go after it’ and get the dirty work done behind the scenes.”

She said it’s a critical new era in education, with budget cuts made across the state and nation.

“We have to make the best decisions that will help our kids get the best education for the least amount of revenue,” she said. “I’ll admit it’s been tough. Our current board has spent untold hours in interview time hiring quality administrators due to retirements. But it’s been rewarding because we feel we’ve located professionals with hearts who truly want to keep the child first. While losing several excellent veteran teachers, our principals have done a wonderful job hiring vibrant, diverse and highly qualified new teachers in their place.”

Government mandates have forced schools to make many changes, according to Bubalo. One of those being a new teacher evaluation tool called the RISE method. She said many changes are still ahead for the school system and board consistency is something to be desired. Bubalo said the current board works pretty well together, and she’s enjoyed serving on the board and listening to the concerns of the public.

“This is a community service for me, and again I pledge not to take the insurance offered to the Washington Community School Board,” she said.

Bubalo was born and raised in Daviess County. She’s been married to Alan 25 years, and they have a blended family of five adult children, all married. Sarah and Justin Browning, and Grant and Megan Stafford remain in the area with their children. Bubalo said all of their children were active in sports and community activities and now their nine grandchildren are.

“Over the years I have become a strong supporter of community activities and plan to continue this support through the next generation,” she said.

Bubalo has a bachelor’s degree in music education from Murray State University, a master’s degree from Indiana State University and a degree in foundational studies from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis. She taught vocal music in public schools for 15 years, most recently at Washington High School. She is co-founder of Kids’ Community Choir of Daviess County and served six years as director. Bubalo also is the founder and artistic director since 1997 of THE PROMISE — a regional epic production depicting the life of Christ. In addition, she’s served as president of the local Monday Club and Washington Arts and Flowers Garden Club, is a member of Rotary, and is on the board of the Pregnancy Care Center and the Women’s Resource Center.

-- from staff reports

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