Re-elect Leslie Want for School Board in Ward 4.
NH’s 2021 School Board of the Year
Under Leslie’s leadership as Vice Chair, the New Hampshire School Boards Association awarded its top honor to Manchester.
“I’m so proud of the way my colleagues have come together to do the important work that is before us. We provide support for each other but we also challenge each other to ensure we’re making data-driven, student-centered decisions. I am so thankful for the support we have from our community and outstanding partner organizations. This work is critical to the future of our city, and we cannot do it alone. While this award recognizes the board, in reality it’s recognition for all of us—I hope the entire community joins us in celebrating this.”
Dedicated to Education
Leslie has dedicated herself to students and teachers, spending countless hours working to support schools over the course of more than three decades:
Elected Vice-chair by my BOSC colleagues 2020-2022
Three successful terms 2016–2022
Former inner-city teacher in Rochester, NY
Classroom volunteer 2001-present
Parent leadership positions at McDonough, Hillside MS and Central HS 2000–2017
Religious education teacher for 24 years at St. Joseph Cathedral
Ward 4 resident and taxpayer for 30 years
A Strong Record of Leadership
Known for her non-partisan leadership style, Leslie works hard to do what’s right for students and teachers
Excellent attendance record at meetings
Championed greater collegiality on the Board
Fostered positive relationships with superintendents, administrators and teachers
Meets regularly with principals in Ward 4
Communicates with and responds to constituents on a regular and timely basis
Fiscally responsible with your tax dollars
“Leslie shows that with strong leadership, bi-partisan progress is possible for Manchester. She proves where her priorities are and demonstrates that keeping the focus on the work—not politics—is possible. This type of leadership should serve as a model for all of us holding elected office.”
– Christine Fajardo, Alderman in Ward 4