The Niagara Community Information Group, formerly the Niagara Community Education Group, is hosting a candidates forum for potential board members for the Niagara Falls City School District. The forum will take place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday in the auditorium of the Main Street Branch of the Niagara Falls Public Library.
Niagara Community Information Group’s mission includes informing and activating the community to bring about positive change in education and other aspects of Niagara Falls life. The group is hosting the candidates’ forum as a service to the Niagara Falls community. NCIG member and event organizer, Mr.
Niagara Community Information Group President and CEO, Tina Gregory Schultz states, “There are big changes happening in the realm of education. Gov. Hochuls’ Back to Basics plan includes a state mandated requirement to align curriculum with the science of reading by Fall 2025. It is imperative the public know and understand where candidates stand on issues like this in order to make an informed decision.”
In addition to the in person event at the Main Street branch of the public library, the forum will be live-streamed on the Our Schools Channel website. The recording will also be posted on the Niagara Falls City School District YouTube channel for viewing after the event.
Currently, there are five candidates vying for the two board seats:
• Carlton Cain
• Portland Jackson
• Brad McLeod
• Jerry Puleo
• Nick Vilardo
The public is encouraged to attend this event. You can submit candidate questions by emailing forum@niagaracommunityinfo.org.