To the Editor:

It is with pleasure that we endorse Eric Paradis for the Newtown Board of Education. We have had the privilege of knowing Mr Paradis on a personal level for the past six years. He has been a resident in Newtown for seven years and his two children attend Newtown Public Schools.

Mr Paradis cares about the future of our schools and the education of our children. Since 2009, Mr Paradis has been attending Board of Education meetings and is up to date with the successes and challenges facing our school district. His broad knowledge will be an asset to our Board of Education. Mr Paradis holds two master’s degrees; one in special education and one in social work, as well as an administrative credential in educational leadership. He has the ability to interpret educational items from various perspectives.

Please join us on November 8, voting for Eric Paradis for the Newtown Board of Education. We believe Mr Paradis holds the skills to lead our students into the future.

John and Jill Gonski

51 Chipmunk Trail, Sandy Hook                                                                   October 18, 2011