Tom Morley

Thu., May 21, 1998

Resume: 48 … Republican … superintendent, Cassia County school district … previously worked as superintendent, principal, teacher … developed professional-technical center to combine resources of schools, colleges and industry … developed Newcomer’s Center to address challenges of limited English students … authored several pieces of legislation that now are law … represented superintendents on state Reading Committee … doctorate degree (Ph.D) in education … active in Boy Scouts, church leadership, Rotary, United Way … Burley resident, two years … married, six kids.

Issues: Supports lowering supermajority for school construction bonds to 60 percent if primary or general election … opposes tuition tax credits … wants focus on children mastering the basics, expanding professional-technical offerings, and moving beyond conflict.

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