
Thank You
-Matthew Behne Congratulations to Dr. Foregger and Ms. Stanley on their election victory. I also want to thank Mrs. Debang, Dr. Moore, and Mr. Devanney for choosing to bring their voices to the table in the spirit of public service. This campaign has deepened my appreciation for our community. Running my first race with a limited budget, without any political...

Matthew Behne’s Response to BOE Candidate Question 4: Special Interests, Influence and Money
Mr. Behne’s Response to the Fourth in a Series of Questions to the 2024 Berkeley Heights BOE Candidates I have not sought the endorsement of any organization. I have not attended any events connected to partisan campaigns. I have not sought the financial assistance of any organization. Students and Families of this community are my only special interest. Read Matthew...

Matthew Behne’s Response to BOE Candidate Question 3: Academic Achievement
Mr. Behne’s Response to the Third in a Series of Questions to the 2024 BOE Candidates Personally, I was never a fan of mathematics in my earlier years. Can I get a witness? However, as time passed, I came to realize that the value of math extends beyond fields requiring constant calculations. It’s sharpens the mind and optimizes cognitive efficiency,...

Matthew Behne’s Response to BOE Candidate Question 2: Budget Priorities
Mr. Behne’s Response to the Second in a Series of Questions to the 2024 BOE Candidates Thank you very much for the questions. Touching on the beginning statement; I wonder if a 4-4 split is a majority. From what I understand, the board had tremendous problems overcoming the old majority’s resistance by demanding a certain individual sit as board president before she...

Matthew Behne’s Response to BOE Candidate Question 1: Transparency
Mr. Behne’s Response to the First of Our Questions to the 2024 BOE Candidates I support open government, especially with an institution as important as our School District. Our schools represent our largest investment as a community and our greatest source of hope for our children’s future. Important decisions need to be transparent and informed by the community. I support...