David Neubecker, who ran for a seat on the school council of Lake View’s Nettehorst Elementary April 21, received the highest number of votes and snagged one of the six available spots.
In a statement to Windy City Times, Neubecker said, “I’m extremely excited and honored to be serving as a Parent Representative on the Nettelhorst Local School Council Board. With my involvement in the school over the past two years, I’ve been very impressed by the commitment of so many parents, teachers, and members of the community.
“Everyone in East Lakeview should feel proud of the hard work and dedication that has made Nettelhorst an example of what is right about public education. This year will be a particularly difficult time for our school with state and city budget cuts that will affect every student and every classroom. I would like to thank the community surrounding the school, including the LGBT community, for their dedication and willingness to help our children and benefit their education. Remember, this is your neighborhood school and we need your help now more than ever. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work.”