About Me
I am a 17 year resident of Fox Point and a pediatrician in the community. I have sent all four of my children to the Fox Point Bayside School District. My oldest daughter graduated from the district and is currently a freshman at the University of Vermont. My other three kids are a junior and freshman at Nicolet High School. I work as a pediatrician at Bayshore pediatrics, serving the children of the area, including many who are enrolled in the Fox Point Bayside School District. I am currently the president of the Fox Point Bayside School Board, having served two terms and am running to serve a third term on the board to continue the important work we began over the last six years and guide the district using a steady thoughtful approach.
David Melbye, MD
Fox Point Bayside
School Board Candidate
Goals
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MENTAL HEALTH
Mental health is an issue impacting students of all ages. As a district we have focused on this issue a lot over the last few years adding in school counseling and now implementing the RULER program. I would support the district in continuing these efforts to focus on the social and emotional well-being of our students. I would also like to see outcome measures demonstrating the success of these initiatives.
MAINTAINING EXCELLENCE
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We are fortunate to have such a high achieving school district, consistently exceeding expectations on the state report card. It is important to continue this path while still looking for opportunities for improvement
FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
State funding does not provide enough financial support for school operation. Our community has been very generous with referendums and it is important to use taxpayer money wisely.
QUALIFICATIONS
I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN AROUND EDUCATION
I AM AN EDUCATOR
I HAVE A HISTORY ON THE BOARD
I HAVE A CAREER WORKING WITH CHILDREN
Growing up my father and aunt were both teachers. My sister is currently teaching and my wife was also a teacher, so I have been around education my whole life. I understand the importance of attracting, retaining, and supporting high quality teachers and staff.
I am an associate professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin. I help educate young pediatricians during their residency. My part time role in education gives me even more respect for the time and dedication it takes to be a full time educator.
I have served on the board for the last six years, including five years as the president. I would be able to continue to guide the district to build on its exceptional reputation and status , ranking 3rd in the state this year.
I am a pediatrician and have dedicated my career to the health and well-being of children. The decisions I make on the board will be student focused, both for our current and future students.
School Board Involvement
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