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u 2011 Washington General Election
Deana Brower
A candidate for Director, Pos. 5, Spokane Public Schools District 81 in the 2011 Washington General Election
Age: 43City: Spokane, WA
Occupation: Former high school teacher
On this race: If elected, she knows the biggest challenge the board faces is balancing the budget: “Cuts have to be made; where and how much to cut needs to reflect a strategic plan by our district to provide strong educational experiences which prepare all students for life beyond high school.”
Competitors
Last updated: Nov. 14, 4:59 p.m. Election results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Deana Brower | 28,064 | 52.02% |
| Sally Fullmer | 25,887 | 47.98% |
| Details about this race | ||
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