Laura Willey-Brittingham May 6, 2021
I am casting my vote for Janis Hanwell for Cape Henlopen school board. My family has known her since she first came to Cape Henlopen School District to teach at Milton Junior High. When my own daughters went through Cape, she was an administrator at the district office and was always there for me if needed.
Just like when she was employed by Cape, Janis still supports parents’ efforts to make sure their children receive a high-quality education with the resources they need to excel. As a current board member, she is always pushing for a rigorous academic curriculum, the best instructional leaders, a fair disciplinary system, and solid career pathways that will prepare students to be successful and productive adults in whatever field they choose. Janis is also committed to making sure the district provides the supports and programs necessary to close the achievement gap, and while there is still work to be done, observable gains ha
Dr. Marlene A. Saunders & Sue Nyden May 6, 2021
Parents, students and alumni of the Cape Henlopen School District should expect graduating students to emerge as young adults who know how to think critically, are open and listen to opinions and thoughts of others, and behave as informed, considerate and concerned citizens. These young people should understand their communities and the world are made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds with varying experiences who should be accorded the same opportunities and respect all citizens expect to enjoy. This understanding leads to upholding the values of equal rights for all. The extent to which students learn these qualities is directly related to the Cape Henlopen schools and the decisions board members make regarding curricula, extracurricular programs, and funding.
Sue Claire Harper May 6, 2021
On May 11 I look forward to casting my vote in the Cape school board elections for Janis Hanwell, our incumbent Cape Henlopen board of education member at-large. Having previously served within the Cape Henlopen District as teacher, principal and assistant superintendent, I can’t imagine better credentials for anyone committed to serving the diverse needs of the children of our district. Janis’ perspective is firmly grounded in an in-depth understanding of the history of our rapidly growing district, which administrative and teaching practices need to be preserved, as well as which critical issues need to be addressed so that the needs of all students are met, regardless of their socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds.
Nancy L. Schaefer May 6, 2021
This letter is in support of Janis Hanwell’s re-election to the Cape Henlopen School District Board of Education.
I have known Janis for many years, and have witnessed her hard and smart work for the students and families of Cape Henlopen as a teacher, special education coordinator, principal, assistant superintendent, and the project manager of the construction of the high school. I have always said that she is one of the most intelligent and skilled people I have ever met. She is also very humble and cares about people, education and the community. She has been a wonderful part of the Cape Henlopen School District for the majority of her career and now continues to use her knowledge and expertise on the school board.
Camilla Conlon May 6, 2021
Please vote for Janis Hanwell! For so many, many years Janis has worked for the benefit of the students of the Cape Henlopen School District.
As a teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, and now as a school board member, her insight and reasonable approach have been, without doubt, invaluable to our district during the pandemic. Having the expertise of Janis Hanwell is an enormous asset to our district during these very difficult educational times. Vote Hanwell May 11.
Camilla Conlon
Rehoboth Beach
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