Batavia Mom Becomes Newest Member of BPS 101 School Board

The Batavia School Board announced Tuesday that it has filled the vacancy left by Jayne Resek.

Resident Tina Bleakley will serve the remainder of Resek's term. Bleakley was on hand Tuesday at the School Board meeting when the announcement was made.

Bleakley's appointment to the Board is effective July 24 until the April 9, 2013 city elections. Resek's seat and three other incumbent seats will be up for reelection next year.

Bleakley was one of eight candidates interviewed for the vacancy. She has lived in Batavia for eight years and has three daughters in the school district.

"Tina brings a clear understanding of the demands and expectations of being a Board member, along with a constructive attitude toward the challenges that is facing," an online message from the district said.

Bleakley has also served on the PTO board for five years, three of which she served as president. She is currently co-chair of the Batavia Inter-school Council and has developed many relationships throughout the district, the district's message said.

Board members decided that Bleakley met the qualifications and demonstrated a willingness to accept the duties and responsibilities of a Board member.

The Board had 45 days from the date of Resek's resignation to fill the position.

for work and family reasons. She had been on the board for 11 years.

Being on the Board

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Like any current school board, the Batavia School Board has had to grapple with budget cuts, program changes and teacher contract negotiations. The amicably in June.

last year did not sit well with parents, and became a throughout the second half of 2011. The Board finally approved a in January.

The School Board also faced , but this year's deficit became smaller once .

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