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Blair Clark
229 East 48th Street
New York, NY 10017
(212-752-5063)
January 22, 1993
Dear Eli,
I think you're in a key place and that you're absolutely the right person for it, and
so I congratulate the President even more than you for this happy conjunction.
This letter is to tell you about my stepson, Tom Malinowski, whose background
might just commend itself to you as a worker in the National Service world. Tom, aged
27, finished a Rhodes Scholarship in 1991. He is now the principal staff person for
Brian Urquhart, former Under Secretary General of the UN, in a project at the Ford
Foundation, chaired by Paul Volcker, on the financing of the United Nations. Before
the Rhodes he was on the Senate staff of Pat Moynihan, specializing in drug control
legislation, among other things (Pat is very high on him). At Berkeley, from which he
graduated in 1987, he was elected Vice President of the student government where he
was very involved in student loan policy, once testifying before a Congressional
committee on federal policy about loans. At Oxford, where he got the M. Phil. degree,
he specialized in the politics of Eastern Europe (he speaks Polish fluently), and right
after finishing there he became a Fellow at the Institute of Human Sciences in Vienna.
He returned to the US in January, 1992, and worked for five months in the Clinton
campaign in New Jersey, ending in charge of South Jersey for the primary effort.
That's a summary of his experience. I have no idea of what you will want to do
with the challenge of National Service, but I think it could be much more important a
national project than the Peace Corps. And if anyone can give it life and vigor, it's you!
Tom is living here with me while he's at the Ford Foundation and can be reached
here. He is married to a Burmese woman who was within months of becoming an M.D.
in Rangoon when, like so many other students, she had to flee for her life (she is now
getting an A.B. degree and preparing to enter medical school in the US).
I think so highly of Tom's brains, skills, character and energy that I don't hesitate
to call him to your attention, busy as you must be.
With very best regards, as ever,
Bla
Eli Sigal
Office of National Service
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY
BERKELEY
DAVIS
IRVINE
LOS ANGELES
RIVERSIDE
SAN DIEGO
SAN FRANCISCO
SANTA BARBARA SANTA CRUZ
DEPARTMENT OF CITY AND REGIONAL PLANNING
BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA
94720
February 1, 1993
Eli Segal
The White House
Washington, DC 20500
Dear Eli,
Congratulations on your important and crucial assignment. As
one who put forth an enormous effort for Bill's campaign (as a
"surrogate speaker", a fundraiser and UDC coordinator), I
would also like to serve the administration. I do not want a job
nor do I want to move to Washington -- as I thoroughly enjoy
teaching, working with students and writing. Yet I'm deeply
committed to public and community service and would like to
work with you in some advisory/policy capacity. And I would
suspect that my background and experience -- as a teacher, a
former Chairman of a Presidential Council and a director of a
national community development program for sixteen years
(using student volunteers) -- would uniquely qualify me.
Thanks for your consideration and I look forward to hearing
from you.
Sincerely,
Cute
Arthur Blaustein
Resumé
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
Personal:
Home Address:
820 Oxford Street
Office: Department of City and
Berkeley, CA 94707
Regional Planning
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720
Telephone:
Home: 510/526-0325
Office: 510/251-2600
Professional Background:
1984-Present
Lecturer, University of California at Berkeley, Department of City and Regional
Planning. Graduate Seminar: "Community and Economic Development - American
Social, Political, and Economic Policies."
1985-Present
Adjunct Faculty in Humanities, California School of Professional Psychology.
Seminars on "Literature, Social Realism, and Human Values" and "Literature and
Social Conflict in a Multicultural Society".
1986
Grant from Field Foundation for one year to research and edit an educational
television series, "Your Dollars and Common Sense." The series, on social and
economic policies, is for educational institutions, professional groups, and
community-based organizations.
1984-1985
Recipient of a two-year grant from the Ford Foundation for research on, and
implementation of, a national public education program on U.S. social and economic
policies.
January 1984
Recipient of a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities through the
California Council for research on a book, and presentation of papers, at state-wide
Symposia. Theme: "Literature, Politics, and Values - Poverty, Justice, and Equality."
1977-1981
Chairman, President's National Advisory Council on Economic Opportunity.
(Appointed by President Carter for three-year term; reappointed by President Carter
in 1980 for a second three-year term.) Responsible for making recommendations to
the President and Congress for all national, social and economic policies and
programs affecting low-income citizens and disadvantaged communities.
1981-1984
President, National Economic Development & Law Center (See Below).
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
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1969-1981
Director, National Economic Development & Law Center. (1969-73, Associate
Director; 1973-75, Co-Director; 1975-81, Director)
As Director, my responsibilities included providing substantive leadership and
development of all planning, policy, and program activities of the Law Center. The
Law Center is the only specialized support center in the nation for the more than 200
Community Economic Development Corporations, 800 Community Action Agencies,
and 400 Legal Services programs throughout the country in the area of community
and economic development. Over its 18-year history, the Law Center has developed
both a methodology and a coherent set of strategies for attacking the social and
economic problems of low-income communities. It has sought to comprehend the
economic, legal, and social interrelationships affecting the poor; to identify how
existing law or public policy adversely affect the poor; to formulate program changes
that would provide significant social and economic gains for the poor; and to develop
strategies for legal action that would provide opportunities to implement these
changes. Based on this conceptual framework, the Law Center developed a multilevel,
comprehensive developmental approach for business, jobs, health care, and housing
within the context of an overall economic and community development strategy.
A primary purpose of the Law Center is to formulate a national community and
economic development strategy related to the legal, structural, legislative, and
financial problems of local Community Economic Development Corporations (CDCs).
This includes: (1) direct technical assistance and training in the total process of
planning and establishing community economic development corporations for
economic development programs funded by the U.S. Community Services
Administration; (2) support to Legal Services attorneys through disseminating
materials and responding to questions regarding community/minority economic
development problems in their local communities; (3) counsel and technical assistance
to the National Congress for Community Economic Development -- a broad-based
coalition of some 85 community development corporations; (4) devising policy
recommendations and legislative remedies for state and local governments re
economic development; and (5) working with a limited number of foundation (Ford
and Rockefeller) CDCs.
1965-1968
Director, Inter-Agency Coordination and Inter-Governmental Affairs, U.S. Office of
Economic Opportunity - Northeast Region (New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts,
Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Puerto Rico, and the
Virgin Islands).
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
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In addition to staff responsibilities, I represented the Agency on the Federal Executive
Boards of Metropolitan New York and Boston, the Steering Committees of both
Boards, and as Vice Chairman of the Task Force on Economic Opportunity for the
New York FEB.
Staff responsibilities included developing effective cooperation and coordination of
program efforts with other Federal agencies such as HEW, HUD, EDA, SBA, Labor,
etc., and with operating departments and agencies such as the Office of Education, the
Welfare Administration, Model Cities, and Public Health; receiving, interpreting, and
making available information re functions, policies, and guidelines of other agencies;
analyzing problems arising out of checkpoint systems and controls of the
administration of OEO grants at the state, county, and municipal levels; and
developing close relationships with non-governmental organizations such as religious,
professional, business, and community service groups.
It was also my responsibility to coordinate program efforts with public officials, i.e.,
governors, mayors, county executives, and their representatives, as well as with
senior officials from major corporations (Esso, AT&T, First National City Bank,
etc.).
1965-1966
Director, Legislative and Public Affairs, Northeast Region.
As Director of Legislative Affairs, I was responsible for working with all members of
Congress in the states of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island,
Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. Primary areas of responsibility
included replying to general questions, as well as dealing with specific problems and
reinforcing their understanding and support of all programs included in the Economic
Opportunity Act (Community Action, VISTA, Job Corps, Neighborhood Health
Centers, Narcotics Programs, Migrant Labor Projects, Head Start, Neighborhood
Youth Corps, Legal Services, etc.).
As Director of Public Affairs, I was responsible for coordinating all aspects of OEO
programs dealing with communication media, i.e., television, radio, newspapers, and
magazines; as well as preparing press releases for grants; speech writing and speech
making; and for conducting seminars and in-service training programs. I also
prepared reports and evaluations for Washington on "problem" communities and
critical issues affecting the program.
1963-64
Program Executive, Foreign Policy Association. Organized community study groups
and developed international affairs programs: "Great Decisions" for religious
organizations, political clubs, labor unions, community service organizations, boards
of education, communication media, and neighborhood organizations in metropolitan
New York, Detroit, Boston, Rochester, and Buffalo.
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
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1961-1963
Associate Editor, WAR/PEACE Report.
A journal of international relations, world law, and United Nations affairs.
1959-1964
Chairman of the Board, Gestalt, Inc.
A for-profit corporation based in New York. Responsible for direct management of
the businesses owned by Gestalt.
Other Professional Activities:
1992
Director/Coordinator, Clinton-Gore Headquarters/United Democratic Campaign for
Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville and Kensington (CA). (In addition, a "surrogate
speaker" for Bill Clinton in California.)
1992-Present
Board Member, Center for Ethics and Economic Policy.
1973-1983
Board Member, National Commission on Law, Social Action, and Urban Affairs,
American Jewish Congress.
1981-1986
Council of Advisors, World Hunger Education Service.
1972-Present
Editorial Board, Social Policy.
1972-1980
Advisory Board, Advocates for Women.
1973-1978
Chairman, Board of Directors, The Center for Rural Studies.
1972-1977
Chairman, Legislative Oversight Committee (NCCED).
1969-1976
Chairman, National Joint Legislative Task Force (NACD and NCCED).
1955-1970
Member, American Academy of Political and Social Scientists.
1967-1969
National Governing Council, American Jewish Congress.
1967-1969
Vice Chairman, United Nations Association (U.N.A.), New York.
1968
Chairman, Special Committee on International Year of Human Rights - 1968, for
U.N.A.
1964-1966
Executive Board, United Nations Association, New York.
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
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1964
Chairman, World Law and Scholars Committee, U.S. Conference Group of
nongovernmental organizations for International Cooperation Year - 1964.
Mar-Dec. 1964
Staff Assistant, Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey.
1963-1964
Chairman, Social Action Committee, the Willard Straight American Legion Post, No.
842.
1961-1962
N.G.O. Delegate to the United Nations for U.W.F.
1961
Executive Board of the U.S. Youth Council of the National Social Welfare Assembly.
1960
Executive Director, Stevenson for President Committee of New York.
1955
Chairman, Bard College of Young Democrats.
Education:
1945-1950
Horace Mann School - Riverdale, New York.
1951 and
Brown University, Bard College - B.A.
1954-1957
1957-1961
Columbia University - M.A., Public Law and Government.
1969-1972
Candidate for Ph.D. in field of Public Law and Government (Transferred to
University of California at Davis, 9/25/69)
Military Service:
1952-1953
U.S. Army Information and Education Director-ADSEC Headquarters, Com. z,
Verdun, France. Coordinated educations programs for 7,000 military personnel at five
army bases in France (Metz, Toul, Nancy, Trois Fontaines, and Verdun). Planned
curriculum, administered policy, and trained officers and N.G.O.s to conduct local
programs.
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
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Publications:
Books:
1982
THE AMERICAN PROMISE: EQUAL JUSTICE AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY.
Transaction Books (Rutgers University). (Editor) A critical analysis of the social and
economic policies of the Reagan-Bush administration. It was the first book to challenge
the assumptions of Reaganomics and predict the human and social consequences.
1972
THE STAR-SPANGLED HUSTLE. Doubleday (Anchor). An analysis of the political
implications and realities of community economic development and a study of the
interrelationship between economic power and political decision-making. The role of the
Nixon Administration, federal agencies, banks, corporations, et. (Co-authored with
Geoffrey Faux.)
1968
WORLD WAR III, MAN AGAINST POVERTY. Random House (Vintage). An analysis
of how the arms race and the Cold War have severely inhibited the war against poverty.
The book calls for a change of strategy on the part of the U.S. in dealing with domestic
poverty, as well as with the underdeveloped world, in the areas of housing, education,
health, and unemployment. (Co-edited with Dr. Roger Woock.)
1966
A VICE PRESIDENT LOOKS AT THE GREAT SOCIETY. Meredith Press.
(Researched)
Articles for National Magazines or Syndication
September 1992
"Managing the Economy, the Gut Issue of 1992," Los Angeles Times Syndicate.
September 1992
"Morality, Politics and Human Values," S.F. Chronicle.
June 1992
"Politics, Literature and Values," L.A. Times Syndicate.
March 1992
"America's Social Priorities," Knight-Ridder.
June 1991
"A New Multicultural Canon," Knight-Ridder.
May 1990
"Literature and the Moral Consciousness," L.A. Times Syndicate.
July 1988
"Dukakis in Atlanta," Knight-Ridder Syndication.
May 1988
"A Novel Approach to Politics." Los Angeles Times Syndicate.
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
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December 1987
"The Political Economy, Moral Leadership, and Public Policy," Quarterly Review
(Winter, 1988 issue).
September 1987
"The Bork Nomination," Los Angeles Times Syndication.
June 1987
"Books, Values and Freedom," Knight-Ridder Syndication.
June 1986
"The Reading Cure," Los Angeles Times Syndication.
February 1985
"Fight Prime-Time TV -- Read a Good Book," Knight-Ridder Newspaper
Syndicate.
July 1984
"A Democratic America," Harper's.
Summer 1982
"Moral Responsibility and National Character," Society.
February 1980
"Community Economic Development: A Critical Role for Legal Services
Attorneys," Clearinghouse Review.
November 1978
"Proposition 13 = Catch 22," Harper's.
June 1977
"California Still Dreaming," Harper's.
June 14, 1976
"Jerry Brown: Zen and the Art of Non-Governance," Harper's Weekly.
June 14, 1976
"Champions of the Confused Constituency," Harper's Weekly.
December 1975
"National Health Insurance -- A Matter of Life and Death," The National Center
Reporter.
August 1975
"Economic Justice and Social Policy," The National Center Reporter.
1975
"As Goes California, So Goes the Nation," Harper's Magazine.
1975
"Health Maintenance Organizations -- A Potential But not a Promise," Social
Policy.
1975
"New Prospects for Community Economic Development," The Nation.
January 1974
"The Possibilities for Partnership," Horizons.
March 1973
"A Way to Make the Ghetto Bloom," Saturday Review - Society.
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
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October 1972
"McGovern: The Man, the Press, the Machine, the Odds," The Nation.
Nov/Dec 1972
"Corporate Responsibility and Minority Benefits," Social Policy.
Fall 1970
"What is Community Economic Development?," Urban Review Quarterly.
December 1969
"Who Gives a Damn?," Harper's Magazine.
Summer 1969
For the Economic Development Administration, "How to Organize an Economic
Development Action Group in Your Community," edited by Practicing Law
Institute.
March 1969
WASHINGTON REPORT, Harper's Magazine, "536 Characters in Search of a
Legislative Program." What the American people could expect from Congress
and President Nixon.
Other Teaching and Professional Experience:
1971-1974
Chairman, Task Force on Economic Development Technical Assistance (OEO).
April, 1971
Conference Chairman, HUD-Model Cities Training Program for 14 cities in the
Western Region.
April 1969 & August
Conference Instructor and Speaker, Institute on Law and Poverty's Economic
1969
Development Conferences.
June 1969 & Sept.
Instructor, New York City Management Training Program (Model Cities Grant) -
1969
Seven-week cycle with top-level management of City agencies (transit, police,
social service, budget, board of education) on urban problems and conflict.
(Conducted three cycles - 21 hours each.)
July-August 1969
Associate Professor, Southhampton College, New York. Taught two courses and
participated in a special symposium on "Social Change in Urban America." The
courses: "The Politics of Poverty" and "Can Institutional Government Structures
Deal with the Problems of Race and Urban Decay?"
July-August 1968
Associate Professor, "Institute on School Integration" (U.S. Office of Education
Grant). Pilot study of de facto segregation in Northern schools). Study of:
community integration plans, the role of the educator, curriculum revision,
community organization, meaning of quality education, etc. Presented position
papers and worked on specific plans for Bellport, Patchogue, North Babylon, and
Southhampton.
ARTHUR I. BLAUSTEIN
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1966
Education Advisory and Teacher, Pre-employment Program of Haryou -
Associated Community Teams in Central Harlem. Advisor to teachers in
classroom methodology and problems of disadvantaged youngsters.
1965
Advisor, Social Studies Division, Board of Education, New York City, and
Director of Curriculum for Secondary Schools of the Archdiocese of New York.
Coordinated world-affairs education program for New York City high schools.
The project was a major breakthrough in world-affairs education, and became a
permanent part of the curriculum in the 11th and 12th grades in the public
schools.
CHOATE, HALL & STEWART
EXCHANGE PLACE
53 STATE STREET
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02109-2891
TELEPHONE (617) 227-5020
FACSIMILE (617) 227-7566
TELEX 49615660
February 8, 1993
Mr. Eli Segal
Office of National Service
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, DC 20500
Dear Eli:
Re: Kathleen A. Curran
Kathy Curran has told me of her strong interest in working
with you on the national service program. I would like to
express the highest level of support for her application. A copy
of her resume is enclosed.
Kathy served for two years as an attorney practicing labor
law at Choate, Hall & Stewart. She was very well thought of for
her ability and commitment to her practice. This past fall she
resigned from the firm and became a full-time volunteer for the
Clinton/Gore campaign. She worked as a volunteer coordinator
under the direction of Elaine Guiney and Sissy Weinberg. I
believe that both of them would echo my endorsement. In December
and January Kathy worked on the transition team in the Vice
President-elect's scheduling office. She now serves as a
volunteer scheduler in the office of the Vice President.
Kathy's experience as a full-time public service volunteer
in Baltimore gives her a perspective beyond that of other lawyers
who may be seeking to assist you. Her knowledge of personnel and
employment law issues provides a useful set of skills, and her
participation and chairmanship of the University of Virginia
School of Law's Students for Public Service demonstrates her
long-standing positive attitude toward the sort of projects that
President Clinton has proposed.
Mr. Eli Segal
February 8, 1993
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I hope that all is going well with you and look forward to
seeing you again soon. Please let me know if I can provide any
further information.
Very truly yours,
Jim James Roosevelt, Jr.
JR, Jr:bdk
Enclosure
10477.1
FEB 3 '93 15:05 FROM OVP STAFF SEC
PAGE. 002
Kathleen A. Curran
15 Cordis Street #3
Charlestown, MA 02129
(617) 242-1358
EDUCATION:
University of Virginia School of Law, Charlottesville, VA
J.D. 1989, Order of the Coif
-Admitted to practice in Massachusetts and the United States District Court
for the District of Massachusetts.
Virginia Law Review, Editorial Board, 1987-1989
Law Students for Public Service, 1986-1989, Co-Chair 1987-
1988
Virginia Law Women, 1986-1989
Yale University, New Haven, CT
B.A. History, 1983, Cum Laude
University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Semester in Irish Studies, Fall 1981
EXPERIENCE:
Clinton/Gore Presidential Campaign 1992, Boston, MA
Volunteer Coordinator
Assisted Director of Volunteers in recruiting, organizing, and
supervising volunteer pool to meet needs of campaign,
including phonebanking and visibilities. Responsible for
organizing successful bus trips of volunteers to campaign in
New Hampshire and southeastern Massachusetts. October-
November 1992.
Choate, Hall & Stewart, Boston, MA
-Associate, Labor Group
Performed research and advised and represented clients on a
wide range of labor and employment matters, including union
organization and collective bargaining (representing
management); compliance with employment-related state
and federal statutes, including ERISA and the Fair Labor
Standards Act; and employment discrimination and wrongful
discharge litigation. October 1990 - September 1992.
Alternative Directions, Inc, Baltimore, MD
Jesuit Volunteer
Counseled women and men in Maryland jails and prisons on
social services and legal rights. Assisted low-income people in
pro se divorce and child custody procedings. August 1989 -
August 1990.
** 76101 **
Kathleen A. Curran
15 Cordis Street #3
Charlestown, MA 02129
(617) 242-1358
Choate, Hall & Stewart, Boston, MA
Summer Associate, May - August 1988.
Crosby, Heafey, Roach & May, Oakland, CA
*Summer Associate, May - August 1987.
Csaplar & Bok, Boston, MA
Paralegal, Real Estate Department
Reviewed title and negotiated coverages with title insurance
companies, negotiated purchase and sale agreements,
drafted closing documents, and researched zoning and other
real-estate related issues. January 1984- August 1986.
United Bank & Trust Company. Hartford, CT
Commercial Teller
May - August 1981-1982, May - September 1983.
PUBLICATIONS:
Note, The National Labor Relations Board's Proposed Rules
on Health Care Bargaining Units, 76 Va. L. Rev. 115 (1990).
LANGUAGES:
Comprehension of French and Spanish.
TRAVEL:
Ireland, Southwestern United States, Greece.
INTERESTS:
Irish studies and dance, history, reading, film, cross stich,
baseball.
References supplied upon request
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HARVARD UNIVERSITY
JOHN SHATTUCK, Vice President
Massachusetts HALL
Government, Community and Public Affairs
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts 02138
TEL. (617) 495-1703
FAX (617) 495-3749
February 16, 1993
Eli Segal
Assistant to the President
Office of National Service
Room 146 - OEOB
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Eli,
I know you will soon begin to consider filling vacancies on the Commission on National and
Community Service. When you do, I know an excellent candidate, Zoe Mikva. A community
advocate with a long career in public service, Zoe is currently Director of Development at the
Advocacy Institute, an organization founded six years ago by David Cohen and Mike Pertschuk
to help train public interest and community organizations to lobby the Congress and the
executive branch. Zoe has also served as a classroom teacher in the public schools in
Washington, D.C. and Evanston, Illinois, and she has deep roots in Illinois Democratic Party
activities. Zoe and her husband, Ab Mikva, a federal appellate judge and former Member of
Congress, have been friends of mine for many years. As you get closer to filling positions on the
Commission I suggest we talk further about Zoe's excellent qualifications to serve the important
cause you are leading. Meanwhile, I'm enclosing a copy of her resume and a letter she sent to Al
From last month.
You're doing great. Let me know how I can help.
Yours sincerely,
FL
John Shattuck
JS:cl
Enclosure
CC: Zoe Mikva
January 6, 1993
Alvin From
6213 Swords Way
Bethesda, MD 20817
Dear Mr. From:
I would like to be considered for one of the vacancies on the Commission on
National and Community Service. Volunteerism is one of the great strengths of our
country, and I would like nothing better than to be in a position to nurture that spirit.
It has always been an important part of my life. When I was at home with small
children it nourished my soul, stimulated my intellect and provided me with energy.
When I returned to the workplace, I always reserved part of my weekly routine for a
worthwhile unpaid activity, and whenever possible, included my children in the effort.
It is extremely good news that the high school and college youth today are turning
to volunteer service in great numbers. I have observed that they approach this role with
enormous energy, enthusiasm and ingenuity.
It would be wonderful to further reduce the number of young people who feel
"left out". Particularly among those who are not college-bound, there are many youth
who do not know how to participate in the social fabric of America. They do not believe
that their problems are being addressed or their voices heard. This is a concern I would
like to address through the Commission. I believe that I have the interest and the
qualifications to make a contribution.
President-elect Clinton's National Service Trust will be an extremely important
symbol of America's commitment to service and its faith in its youth. I do not know in
what way it will mesh with the Commission's work, but close cooperation will be
essential. All of the young people involved in private programs should consider
themselves closely allied with a national program.
When we were a nation of farmers there was no problem in making young people
feel needed. The farms could not run without their work. The new Administration is
going to attempt the inspiring task of bringing youth back into the community where they
are needed. I would like to do something to help.
Sincerely,
Zoe (Zorita) Mikva
442 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20003
RESUME - ZORITA WISE MIKVA
PERSONAL DATA
Address:
442 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, 20003
Phone:
202/543-9360 (h); 202/659-8475 (o)
Other:
Married to Abner Mikva, Chief Judge, U.S. Court of
Appeals; three daughters, ages 32, 37, 39.
EMPLOYMENT - ADMINISTRATION
Director of Development, Advocacy Institute, Washington, D.C. 1989-present.
Organize and manage all fundraising for a budget that is almost $2 million this
year; initiate and write proposals; develop new funding sources; write annual
report, mission statement and other organization documents; organize and plan
events; participate in development of specific programs such as training and
counseling of youth leaders, extending and improving our internship program,
advocacy training seminars, leadership development, training of Non Government
Organization leaders from emerging democracies.
Business owner, The Hill Company, Washington, D.C. 1982-88. Provided support
services to organizations outside of the beltway who came to D.C. to effect
changes in public policy. Made appointments with policy makers; planned and
carried out events; planned and conducted tours; provided training on the
legislative process and on specific issues.
Special Assistant to Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration, Washington, D.C. 1980. Wrote and/or edited public information
materials; evaluated state highway safety programs; planned and developed
education programs.
Office Manager, CIO Political Action Committee, Chicago, IL 1952 and 1956.
Managed one-person office in two election campaigns.
Lobbyist, Friends Committee on National Legislation, Washington, D.C. 1951-52.
Office Manager, Illinois Division, American Civil Liberties Union, 1950-51.
EMPLOYMENT - TEACHING
Classroom teacher, District of Columbia Public Schools, 1980-81.
Teacher, non-graded primary team, Evanston, Illinois public schools, 1973-79.
Wrote curriculum; trained parent and student volunteers; participated in policy-
making at school and district level.
Classroom teacher, District of Columbia Public Schools, 1969-72. Initiated
learning center approach; developed use of typewriters to teach language arts.
Zorita Wise Mikva - page 2
ACTIVITIES RELATED TO VOLUNTEERS AND/OR YOUTH
Board Member, Micah House, Inc., 1989-present. The volunteer Board initiated,
organizes and operates a house for five women who were previously homeless and
addicted.
Elected Representative, District Educators Council, National Education
Association, 1975-79.
Political Campaigner, 1954-78. Worked with volunteers.
Board Member, Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, 1964-68. Organized Indoor Tot
Lot with volunteer parents.
Member and organizer, Chicago Citizens' Advisory Board, O.E.O. Operation
Headstart, 1964-68.
P.T.A. Leadership, 1958-68. Local president; delegate to Chicago Convention;
delegate to Illinois Convention.
EDUCATION
B.A. University of Chicago, 1947
M.A. University of Chicago, 1951 - Sociology. Thesis on neighborhood property
owners associations in the Chicago area.
Education courses at Roosevelt University, Chicago; Valparaiso University,
Indiana; D.C. Teachers College; University of Illinois; University of Maryland;
University of Virginia.
National Service Correspondence Coding Sheet
Coder: Mm
Date:
4/2
I.
Purpose of Letter:
Wants to Participate
Summer of Service
National Initiative
General Commentary
Pro
Con
Suggestions for Programs
Requesting General Information
Summer of Service
General Program
Offering their Services
Volunteer
Internships
White House
National Service (Jim)
Employment CAMPAICN/FRIEND
II. Writer Information:
A.
Age (Circle One):
Under 17 17-25 Over 25 Unspecified
B.
Education Level (Circle One):
1. Student:
Elementary
Secondary
College
Graduate
2.
Non-Student (Level Completed) :
Secondary
College
Graduate
III. Re-route to Other Departments
Commission
(Personal, service organizations,
or business proposals)
Scheduling/Gloria
Other
IV.
Certified Mail
BRAUN
KETCHUM PUBLIC RELATIONS
WORLDWIDE
February 3, 1993
Mr. Eli Segal
The White House
Old Executive Office Building
Washington DC 20500
Dear Eli:
Congratulations. Twenty years later, the McGovern campaign finally takes the White
House. Your assignment sounds terrific.
I'm sending along a resume--not for me and not for a job. This one belongs to Tom
Collins who is one of the top public affairs people at Mobil and a really good guy.
He's a former newspaperman and one of the most savvy communicators around.
Tom would be very interested in volunteering some of his time on any kind of
advisory group you may put together on the national service enterprise. He's located
in Fairfax, Virginia and is very handy to Washington. Tom's done a lot of community
work in education and places a great deal of stock in public service. I'm sure he'd
make a valuable contribution to your efforts. His office number is 703/846-4475 if
anyone wants to get in touch.
Have a great time in the White House. I'm in D.C. regularly and would love to get
together once you've settled in.
Day Best regards,
Douglas I. Jeffe
Executive Vice President
Enclosure
11755 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD, SUITE 2300
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 90025 PHONE / 310-444-5000 FAX / 310-312-8943
A UNIT OF KETCHUM COMMUNICATIONS, INC./ OFFICES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD.
R. Thomas Collins, Jr.
9900 Timmark Court
Vienna, Virginia 22181
January 22, 1993
Doug Jeffe
Braun Ketchum Public Relations
11755 Wilshire Blvd. - Suite 2300
Los Angeles, California 90025
Dear Doug,
It was good to visit with you the other day. I thought I would send along this quick resume in
the event you believe that it may be of use. As discussed, I would like to assist the new Administration
in the areas of National Service or Education in any way that would be appropriate or helpful.
If I had to summarize the areas where I have experience that could be useful, I believe it would
fall in the categories of media, public relations, political analysis and action, and consensus building in
a community or within a corporate or industry group.
There are lots of experts in these areas, of course, but my experience in the newspaper business
and at Mobil, together with my community work with the Fairfax County Schools Superintendent, give
me a background that could be of help to the Administration as it develops consensus and then the plan
of action to accomplish its goals.
Let me know if you want to discuss further.
Sincerely,
cm
R. Thomas Collins, Jr.
FAX Letter to Doug Jeffe
(310) 312-8943
R. THOMAS COLLINS, JR.
9900 Timmark Court
Vienna, Virginia 22181
Home: (703) 242-0798
Education
1973-74
Columbia University, Graduate School of Journalism
M.S.J. June, 1974
1966-70
Boston University, College of Liberal Arts, Government Major
B.A. June, 1970
1962-66
Western Reserve Academy, Hudson, Ohio
Employment History
1979-
Mobil Oil Corporation
Public Relations Manager, Exploration & Producing Division, Fairfax 1990-
Public Relations Manager, US Marketing & Refining Division, Fairfax 1984-90
Corporate Public Relations Advisor, New York City 1983-84
Regional Public Relations Advisor, US Marketing & Refining Division, Chicago 1980-83
Assistant Editor, Mobil World. New York City 1979
1974-79
New York Daily News
Reporter, Rewriteman, Assistant City Editor
1970-73
New Haven (CT) Register
Staff Reporter
Community Memberships & Activities
1984-
Fairfax Schools Superintendent's Business/Industry Advisory Council
Member 1984-; Co-chairman 1988-
1989-
Fairfax Committee of 100
Trade & Industry Associations
1984-
Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors 1984-; Vice President 1985-87, 1989; Secretary 1988;
Executive Committee 1985-89
1984-90
Virginia Business Council
1983-84
Natural Gas Supply Association
Public Information Task Force
1980-83
American Petroleum Institute
Central US Region Committee on Public Relations
Member 1980-83, Chairman 1982-83
Personal:
Married to the former Sun Oak Kim: two children: a daughter, Lee Kathleen Collins, 19,
a freshman at the University of Pennsylvania; and a son, Micah Thomas Collins, 17, a
senior at James Madison High School, Vienna, Virginia.
Interests:
History, writing. Published suspense fiction NIGHTSIDE, Manor Books, NY, in 1979
Local & Family History Articles: Stamford (CT) Advocate, Hartford (CT) Courant
Genealogical Monograph: Of The American Union, ANCESTORS 1630 - 1963
Dated January 1993
National Service Correspondence Coding Sheet
Coder: Mill
Date:
4/7
I.
Purpose of Letter:
Wants to Participate
Summer of Service
National Initiative
General Commentary
Pro
Con
Suggestions for Programs
Requesting General Information
Summer of Service
m
General Program
Offering their Services
Volunteer
Internships
White House
National Service (Jim)
mm
Employment CAMPAICN/FRIEND
II. Writer Information:
A.
Age (Circle One)
:
Under 17 17-25 Over 25 Unspecified
B.
Education Level (Circle One):
1.
Student:
Elementary
Secondary
College
Graduate
2.
Non-Student (Level Completed) :
Secondary
College
Graduate
III. Re-route to Other Departments
Commission
(Personal, service organizations,
or business proposals)
Scheduling/Gloria
Other
IV.
Certified Mail
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
February 23, 1993
Mr. Donald J. McCallion
Framingham Public Schools
Administration Center
454 Water Street
Framingham, MA 01701
Dear Mr. McCallion,
Thank you for your letter regarding teacher training and recruitment program. It was
good of you to take the time to express your views. I have forwarded your letter to Eli
Segal, Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of National Service. I am certain
he will give your ideas full consideration as he puts together President Clinton's National
Service Program.
As we face the challenge of restructuring our government for the twenty-first century,
it is important to hear the thoughts, suggestions and ideas of all Americans. I am confident
the Clinton/Gore Administration will provide strong leadership for our country.
Again, thanks for taking the time to write.
Sincerely,
Mark Grana
Mark D. Gearan
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DEPARTMENT
Administration Center
454 Water Street
Framingham, Massachusetts 01701
Donald J. McCallion
Director of Personnel
(508) 626-9107
Mr. Mark Gearan
February 8, 1993
Deputy Chief of Staff
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. Gearan:
Congratulations on your recent appointment. Bill needs to
surround himself with some good people and I think he has made a
wise choice in you. I want to share with you a concept that I
think would be helpful for the new administration but first I have
a personal note. My niece, Maureen McCallion, graduated at the top
of her class from Gardner High School and is now in her first year
at Bowdoin. Hopefully another Gardner native will move into a
position of responsibility some day.
I know one of the priorities of the National Service Trust
concept is to work off college debt through public service. Rather
than looking on such a massive project in a period of severe budget
constraints, I have suggested to President Clinton in the enclosed
letter a more limited group be identified for specific public
service in the area of teaching.
The Massachusetts legislature has passed in the House and sent
to the Senate an education reform package that has included in it
an early retirement incentive program that could result in up to
6,000 teachers leaving the commonwealth by July 1994. This would
mean that directors of personnel like me would need to replace 10%
of the state's teachers in one year. In Framingham alone, over the
past three years without any incentive program, I have had 70
teachers retire. With the age of our workforce combined with
incentives we are going to be hard pressed to find quality people
in the numbers we will require.
I want to stress the quality in the last sentence because
finding outstanding teachers is not just a numbers game, they are
a rare commodity that must be recruited, trained and supervised
very carefully to insure our students get the best.
In the letter to the president, I am suggesting a teacher
recruitment and training program modeled after the highly
successful Teacher Corps Program of the sixties. I envision
colleges sending their most talented graduates to this 15 month
training program that in the end will yield some outstanding
individuals who would be employable throughout the country. I also
envision collaboration on this project between the federal
government, state government, colleges, corporations and local
school districts. Each of these entities would have a part to play
in insuring the success of the program.
In my mind there is no greater imperative before the Clinton
Administration than insuring a superior and equitable educational
experience for our youngsters. I submit the first place we need to
start in this transformation, particularly given the retirement
opportunity before us, is to attract and train the next generation
of teachers.
I know this program will work. In fact, I would be willing to
take a leave from my current position to help you organize it. The
president needs a winner program quickly and I submit this is the
one that you can help him develop.
After you have had a chance to read the enclosed material,
possibly you or someone on your staff may want to contact me so we
could discuss it in more depth.
Thank you for your consideration and best of luck in your new
position.
Donald J. McCallion
9 Pinecone Lane
Southborough, Mass. 01772
January 25, 1993
President William J. Clinton
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. President:
A new era is dawning. The renewal has begun!
My congratulations to you for your inauguration speech. It
certainly set the right tone and gave the right message for your
administration. You told us our future is in our hands and our
season of renewal is upon us. As a classmate of yours at
Georgetown, and a supporter of your ideals, I want you to know I
stand ready to assist you in whatever way I can to make your
administration as successful as it can be.
As a senior in the College back in 1968 and a political
science major, my only thoughts were to attend law school like most
of my classmates. However, mostly out of curiosity, I began
substitute teaching in some of the public schools in D.C. that
senior year. I became fascinated with the opportunity to have such
an immediate impact on so many people. I became hooked on
teaching.
While searching for an opportunity to explore this career
path, I heard about President Kennedy's Teacher Corps Program. It
became an ideal match for me. After teaching for a year and
achieving my masters in urban education at Boston College, I began
teaching in Massachusetts and have been involved in education for
the past twenty-four years.
While in Washington two weeks ago as one of 14 Education
Policy Fellows representing Massachusetts at the Washington Policy
Seminar sponsored by the Institute for Educational Leadership, I
had the opportunity over a four day period to reflect on some of
the education issues facing our nation as your administration
assumes office. The stimulating discussions generated by
economists, political analysts and educators from around the
country certainly put into perspective the challenges facing you
and the other members of your administration at this threshold
period in our history.
There is no question in my mind that you have the trust and
support of the American people at this critical juncture. What
they are clamoring, for and expecting you to deliver in a fairly
short period of time, are bold new initiatives in some critical
areas. I would like to suggest that you may very rapidly be able
to address one of the most pressing issues facing us in education
in a reasonably swift and cost effective way.
The most important thing we do in school districts is hire the
very best individuals we can find to interact with and serve as
role models for our youth. Without bright, dedicated, committed,
innovative teachers, all the grandiose plans we design for issues
such as curriculum revision, standards and accountability will
simply come and go. What we need is a national teacher training
program to attract and retain the brightest college graduates we
can today. John Kennedy realized that a quarter of a century ago
and I submit some of your ablest teachers today are a testimony to
that vision. I submit we need that same vision today.
I want to explore with you how a Teacher Corps type model in
teacher recruitment might be modified somewhat at this critical
juncture. As you know, there is a need to attract bright,
talented individuals into teaching today. This need will continue
to grow over the next few years as more and more teachers reach
retirement age. In fact, it is estimated that as many as three
million new teachers will be hired over the next five years. If
early retirement incentives are implemented on a state wide basis
as is being debated in Massachusetts today, even larger numbers of
teachers may leave the profession at an accelerated rate.
As Director of Personnel for the Framingham Public Schools for
the past six years, I have been responsible for recruiting over 100
new teachers into our district. Last year alone, primarily due to
retirements, I brought 44 new teachers into our community. In my
opinion, there is no more important decision a school district
makes than in hiring outstanding teachers to educate our students.
In the case of Framingham, I feel confident that we have done this
job well.
However, I am concerned about the overall quality of teacher
candidates, as well as the diversity within that pool. I am also
concerned that districts such as Framingham may need to hire large
numbers of teachers in a short period of time particularly if early
retirement incentives become a reality. Currently I have 155
teachers in the district over the age of 55 and therefore eligible
to retire.
In order to meet the predicted demand for quality and
diversity within the teaching ranks, I envision a Teacher Corps
type program to attract some of our most committed students on
college campuses today into education, as well as a program to
attract mid-career change people into teaching. I would envision
some of the goals of the program to be: ethnic and racial
diversity, multi-language ability, computer literacy, math and
science teachers as a priority, as well as male teachers at the
elementary level.
The program would be an extension of the proposed "national
service trust" concept for public service. Rather than focusing in
on the undergraduate years, this program would be for college
graduates who wish to teach and as part of the program include a
uniquely designed masters degree program in education. Those
chosen for the program would serve for a fifteen month period of
time during which the first two months would be in course work and
a practicum experience as part of a summer school program in school
districts throughout the country. Then, using an over-staffing
model, interns would be assigned to a mentor teacher within a
school district to observe and gradually assume some teaching
responsibilities. At the same time, course work would be pursued
in the evening within the district for all interns under the
auspices of a college or university. As much as possible, teachers
from within the district would be responsible for this instruction.
The practical application of the intern's teaching experience would
be used as the basis for most courses.
The following summer, each intern would finish whatever
courses work was necessary to finish the masters degree program.
State Bureaus of Certification would be apprised of the nature and
content of the program so that certification in the appropriate
level and content area would be achieved in the fifteen months.
Reciprocity between states for graduates of this program should be
arranged in advance to insure the greatest degree of employment
flexibility upon completion of the program.
Rather than taking a shotgun approach to the organization of
such a program, certain school districts within the states would be
chosen as teacher training sites for the internships. They would
need to design a plan for the selection and training of the mentor
teachers within their district, as well as being part of the design
and implementation of the masters degree courses. Exposure to a
diverse student population would be expected of the training
districts. Finding affordable housing for the interns within the
area would be another part of the district's commitment.
Colleges within the state would be approached to work in
collaboration with school districts in designing and implementing
effective and financially reasonable teacher education programs.
The use of teacher resources within the districts as instructors
would be encouraged.
The selection of college graduates into the program would be
through a formal application process where academic success as well
as commitment to teaching are assessed. A commitment to the
diversity and skill goals of the program would be emphasized in the
recruitment process. A national recruitment program would be
initiated which would encourage college faculty members to identify
and encourage selective student participation in the program.
Selection into the program would be a decision made with both
state, college and training district input.
There appears to be a large reservoir of individuals who,
either through lack of opportunity or training, chose a career path
other than teaching but who now have a desire to teach. These mid-
career change individuals who, because of their life experiences
and maturity have proven to make outstanding teachers, should be
encouraged to become part of the intern program. There may be some
tax incentives that could be explored to encourage companies to
allow employees to become part of such a program.
I would envision the funding of such a teacher preparation
program to be from both public and private sources. I would like
to see corporations or companies sponsoring "teacher fellows"
within the state or community. The commitment for such fellowships
would assume the financial responsibility of the masters degree
component of the interns program. There would presumably be some
national corporations that would see the value of this dedication
to training the next generation of teachers and would participate
as a major sponsor of the program. Since the training of math and
science teachers is one of the major goals of the program, it would
not seem unreasonable for technology firms to be readily interested
in this aspect of the program. The cost of the degree program
could be reasonable given the nature of the program and the
accelerated degree process.
The cost of supporting the intern for all aspects other than
the degree would be borne by primarily federal but also some state
monies. The cost of the stipend awarded the interns might vary
from one location to another based on cost of living
considerations. An amount for such a stipend might be in the
$10,000 range.
An integral part of this program would be an effective
placement procedure upon completion of the program. This placement
should be looked upon on at least a regional if not a national
basis so that there can be a matching of teacher skills with needs
to insure the most effective use of this valuable resource. Too
often teacher placement is looked at from a very parochial
viewpoint and the human resources are not properly and effectively
utilized.
Having worked over the years recruiting teachers into my
district, I know what a difficult task it is to match our needs
with the available pool of talent when a vacancy exists. Too often
teacher selections and placements are done in a very short time
frame usually driven by district financial uncertainty throughout
the process. If we can achieve a period of education funding
stability and a pool of outstanding teaching talent available when
vacancies exist, school districts may in fact be able to staff our
schools with a core of teachers who will form the backbone of our
educational system for the next generation. The window of
opportunity is fast approaching, what we need is a unified, well
designed program to meet the challenge. Unless we act quickly to
take advantage of this opportunity, it may be lost for another
generation.
I know this is somewhat of a sketchy framework to a very
complex issue, but I am extremely committed to exploring a national
response to a national imperative. I feel so strongly that this
type of initiative for attracting and training the next generation
of teachers is so critical to the future of education and the
strength of our country, that I am willing to take a leave of
absence from my current position to join you and your staff in
designing and implementing such a program. I do not claim to have
all the answers, but I do have a vision for what is necessary and
I do possess the practical experience in the field to make it a
reality.
I offer you these thoughts and suggestions because I have
great hope for this country and your presidency. I am answering
your call to play my part in our renewal.
I hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Donald J. McCallion
DONALD J. McCALLION
9 Pinecone Lane
Southborough, MA 01772
(508) 485-1015
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
Total responsibility for all personnel and payroll functions for a staff of
1500, with a payroll of over 30 million dollars. Repeatedly introduced cost
saving methods of operations saving thousands of dollars.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT ADMINISTRATION
Proven ability to initiate and manage cafeteria benefit plan, EAP, worker's
compensation, retirement programs, insurance, certification, tenure and
seniority issues and performance reviews.
EMPLOYEE AND LABOR RELATIONS
Design and develop programs to attract outstanding staff and maintain
high employee morale. Strong mediation, negotiation and arbitration skills
enable successful resolution of contract, policy, grievance and eligibility
issues. Currently negotiating and managing nine union contracts.
TEACHING AND TRAINING
Over 20 years of experience in education with increasing responsibility. An
in depth knowledge of public education and town government. Ability to
develop in-service training programs, lecture at area colleges.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Participate in public relations with community, area businesses, United
Way. Member of board of directors of Metrowest Leadership Academy.
Active in home town government, participating member of improvement
committees and charitable organizations.
EXPERIENCE:
1987 to
FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Framingham, MA
present
Director of Personnel
*
Plan, coordinate and implement all personnel functions for 1500
professional and non professional staff. Prepare annual budget.
Directed compliance of 577 personnel actions for FY'91.
*
Negotiated Sick Leave Bank policy, Orderly Retirement Incentive, at a
saving of over $100,000.
*
Assumed full responsibility for $32,000,000 payroll function for school
department. Computerized all personnel data on Paradox system.
Reduced unemployment claims substantially through "reasonable
assurance" letters.
Introduced and implemented a 125 cafeteria plan for three employee
groups at substantial tax savings for employees.
Coordinate Employee Assistance Programs; stress reduction and smoking
workshops. Organize system wide events to build positive staff morale.
Conduct comprehensive orientation for new teachers and introduced a
new professional staff evaluation program for performance review.
Designed outplacement training program.
Implemented an in-service program, "Understanding Teaching".
Increased the United Way campaign giving each year, serving on the
Public Relations Committee.
*
Lecture at area colleges, develop rapport with business community.
Participated in decision making process leading to a budget reduction of
$3,000,000. for FY'92.
Initiated, developed and negotiated a new performance based evaluation
system for all professional staff.
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DONALD J. McCALLION
1983 to 1987 Vice Principal
Framingham High School
1979 to 1983 Vice Principal
Farley Middle School
1973
to
1979
Vice Principal
Walsh Middle School
Supervised, directed and evaluated professional staff.
Directed meetings to assess student needs and plan programs.
Developed computerized schedules for teachers and students.
*
Assisted in budget preparation.
Served as counselor, problem solver, disciplinarian, liaison with
school and community.
Interviewed and hired staff, oriented new teachers and students.
Responsible for daily operation of the school.
1973 to 1974 Director
Framingham Summer School
*
Developed program of 60 courses, hired staff, prepared brochure,
processed registration, scheduled transportation, coordinated
advertising, purchased supplies, supervised daily operation at
three sites. Processed 1400 applications for 4,000 registrations.
1969 to 1973 Social Studies Teacher
Winch Park Middle School
*
Selected for Administrative Internship Program.
*
Taught two years on pilot program adopted throughout town.
*
Served as Student Council Advisor, elected to Faculty Advisory
Committee, building representative for FTA.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES:
* Member
-American Association of School Personnel Administrators
-Massachusetts Association of School Personnel Administrators
-National Association of Secondary School Principals
-N.E. Association for School, College and University Staffing
-Advisory Board, "Math, English, Science Technology Education Partnership"
* Chairman:
-Performance Review Evaluation Committee
-Advisory Committee for Superintendent Search
-Basic Skills Task Force on Listening and Speaking
-Environmental Study Committee
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:
*
Board of Directors, Metrowest Leadership Academy of the
Metrowest Chamber of Commerce
President, Charitable Irish Society of Boston
Alumni interviewer for Georgetown University
*
Actively involved in Southborough and Framingham town boards,
civic committees, conservation committees, Town Meeting Member
EDUCATION:
1970 to present
52 graduate credits beyond Masters Degree
1968 to 1969
M.Ed. in Urban Education
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA
1964 to 1968
A.B. in Government
Georgetown University
Washington, DC
DRAFT
February 22, 1993
Mr. Donald J. McCallion
Framingham Public Schools
Administration Center
454 Water Street
Framingham, MA 01701
Dear Mr. McCallion,
Thank you for your letter regarding teacher training and
recruitment program. It was good of you to take the time to
express your views. I have forwarded your letter to Eli Segal,
Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of National
Service. I am certain he will give your ideas full consideration
as he puts together President Clinton's National Service Program.
As we face the challenge of restructuring our government for
the twenty-first century, it is important to hear the thoughts,
suggestions and ideas of all Americans. I am confident the
Clinton/Gore Administration will provide strong leadership for
our country.
Again, thanks for taking the time to write.
Sincerely,
Mark D. Gearan
Deputy Chief of Staff
Framingham Public Schools
07 NMOT
FEB I 3 1993
George P. King School
Winston D. Anderson
TOOHES
DEPARTMENT
Administration Center
454 Water Street
Framingham, Massachusetts 01701
Donald J. McCallion
Director of Personnel
(508) 626-9107
Mr. Mark Gearan
February 8, 1993
Deputy Chief of Staff
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. Gearan:
Congratulations on your recent appointment. Bill needs to
surround himself with some good people and I think he has made a
wise choice in you. I want to share with you a concept that I
think would be helpful for the new administration but first I have
a personal note. My niece, Maureen McCallion, graduated at the top
of her class from Gardner High School and is now in her first year
at Bowdoin. Hopefully another Gardner native will move into a
position of responsibility some day.
I know one of the priorities of the National Service Trust
concept is to work off college debt through public service. Rather
than looking on such a massive project in a period of severe budget
constraints, I have suggested to President Clinton in the enclosed
letter a more limited group be identified for specific public
service in the area of teaching.
The Massachusetts legislature has passed in the House and sent
to the Senate an education reform package that has included in it
an early retirement incentive program that could result in up to
6,000 teachers leaving the commonwealth by July 1994. This would
mean that directors of personnel like me would need to replace 10%
of the state's teachers in one year. In Framingham alone, over the
past three years without any incentive program, I have had 70
teachers retire. With the age of our workforce combined with
incentives we are going to be hard pressed to find quality people
in the numbers we will require.
I want to stress the quality in the last sentence because
finding outstanding teachers is not just a numbers game, they are
a rare commodity that must be recruited, trained and supervised
very carefully to insure our students get the best.
In the letter to the president, I am suggesting a teacher
recruitment and training program modeled after the highly
successful Teacher Corps Program of the sixties. I envision
colleges sending their most talented graduates to this 15 month
training program that in the end will yield some outstanding
individuals who would be employable throughout the country. I also
envision collaboration on this project between the federal
government, state government, colleges, corporations and local
school districts. Each of these entities would have a part to play
in insuring the success of the program.
In my mind there is no greater imperative before the Clinton
Administration than insuring a superior and equitable educational
experience for our youngsters. I submit the first place we need to
start in this transformation, particularly given the retirement
opportunity before us, is to attract and train the next generation
of teachers.
I know this program will work. In fact, I would be willing to
take a leave from my current position to help you organize it. The
president needs a winner program quickly and I submit this is the
one that you can help him develop.
After you have had a chance to read the enclosed material,
possibly you or someone on your staff may want to contact me so we
could discuss it in more depth.
Thank you for your consideration and best of luck in your new
position.
Donald J. McCallion
9 Pinecone Lane
Southborough, Mass. 01772
January 25, 1993
President William J. Clinton
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. President:
A new era is dawning. The renewal has begun!
My congratulations to you for your inauguration speech. It
certainly set the right tone and gave the right message for your
administration. You told us our future is in our hands and our
season of renewal is upon us. As a classmate of yours at
Georgetown, and a supporter of your ideals, I want you to know I
stand ready to assist you in whatever way I can to make your
administration as successful as it can be.
As a senior in the College back in 1968 and a political
science major, my only thoughts were to attend law school like most
of my classmates. However, mostly out of curiosity, I began
substitute teaching in some of the public schools in D.C. that
senior year. I became fascinated with the opportunity to have such
an immediate impact on so many people. I became hooked on
teaching.
While searching for an opportunity to explore this career
path, I heard about President Kennedy's Teacher Corps Program. It
became an ideal match for me. After teaching for a year and
achieving my masters in urban education at Boston College, I began
teaching in Massachusetts and have been involved in education for
the past twenty-four years.
While in Washington two weeks ago as one of 14 Education
Policy Fellows representing Massachusetts at the Washington Policy
Seminar sponsored by the Institute for Educational Leadership, I
had the opportunity over a four day period to reflect on some of
the education issues facing our nation as your administration
assumes office. The stimulating discussions generated by
economists, political analysts and educators from around the
country certainly put into perspective the challenges facing you
and the other members of your administration at this threshold
period in our history.
There is no question in my mind that you have the trust and
support of the American people at this critical juncture. What
they are clamoring, for and expecting you to deliver in a fairly
short period of time, are bold new initiatives in some critical
areas. I would like to suggest that you may very rapidly be able
to address one of the most pressing issues facing us in education
in a reasonably swift and cost effective way.
The most important thing we do in school districts is hire the
very best individuals we can find to interact with and serve as
role models for our youth. Without bright, dedicated, committed,
innovative teachers, all the grandiose plans we design for issues
such as curriculum revision, standards and accountability will
simply come and go. What we need is a national teacher training
program to attract and retain the brightest college graduates we
can today. John Kennedy realized that a quarter of a century ago
and I submit some of your ablest teachers today are a testimony to
that vision. I submit we need that same vision today.
I want to explore with you how a Teacher Corps type model in
teacher recruitment might be modified somewhat at this critical
juncture.. As you know, there is a need to attract bright,
talented individuals into teaching today. This need will continue
to grow over the next few years as more and more teachers reach
retirement age. In fact, it is estimated that as many as three
million new teachers will be hired over the next five years. If
early retirement incentives are implemented on a state wide basis
as is being debated in Massachusetts today, even larger numbers of
teachers may leave the profession at an accelerated rate.
As Director of Personnel for the Framingham Public Schools for
the past six years, I have been responsible for recruiting over 100
new teachers into our district. Last year alone, primarily due to
retirements, I brought 44 new teachers into our community. In my
opinion, there is no more important decision a school district
makes than in hiring outstanding teachers to educate our students.
In the case of Framingham, I feel confident that we have done this
job well.
However, I am concerned about the overall quality of teacher
candidates, as well as the diversity within that pool. I am also
concerned that districts such as Framingham may need to hire large
numbers of teachers in a short period of time particularly if early
retirement incentives become a reality. Currently I have 155
teachers in the district over the age of 55 and therefore eligible
to retire.
In order to meet the predicted demand for quality and
diversity within the teaching ranks, I envision a Teacher Corps
type program to attract some of our most committed students on
college campuses today into education, as well as a program to
attract mid-career change people into teaching. I would envision
some of the goals of the program to be: ethnic and racial
diversity, multi-language ability, computer literacy, math and
science teachers as a priority, as well as male teachers at the
elementary level.
The program would be an extension of the proposed "national
service trust" concept for public service. Rather than focusing in
on the undergraduate years, this program would be for college
graduates who wish to teach and as part of the program include a
uniquely designed masters degree program in education. Those
chosen for the program would serve for a fifteen month period of
time during which the first two months would be in course work and
a practicum experience as part of a summer school program in school
districts throughout the country. Then, using an over-staffing
model, interns would be assigned to a mentor teacher within a
school district to observe and gradually assume some teaching
responsibilities. At the same time, course work would be pursued
in the evening within the district for all interns under the
auspices of a college or university. As much as possible, teachers
from within the district would be responsible for this instruction.
The practical application of the intern's teaching experience would
be used as the basis for most courses.
The following summer, each intern would finish whatever
courses work was necessary to finish the masters degree program.
State Bureaus of Certification would be apprised of the nature and
content of the program so that certification in the appropriate
level and content area would be achieved in the fifteen months.
Reciprocity between states for graduates of this program should be
arranged in advance to insure the greatest degree of employment
flexibility upon completion of the program.
Rather than taking a shotgun approach to the organization of
such a program, certain school districts within the states would be
chosen as teacher training sites for the internships. They would
need to design a plan for the selection and training of the mentor
teachers within their district, as well as being part of the design
and implementation of the masters degree courses. Exposure to a
diverse student population would be expected of the training
districts. Finding affordable housing for the interns within the
area would be another part of the district's commitment.
Colleges within the state would be approached to work in
collaboration with school districts in designing and implementing
effective and financially reasonable teacher education programs.
The use of teacher resources within the districts as instructors
would be encouraged.
The selection of college graduates into the program would be
through a formal application process where academic success as well
as commitment to teaching are assessed. A commitment to the
diversity and skill goals of the program would be emphasized in the
recruitment process. A national recruitment program would be
initiated which would encourage college faculty members to identify
and encourage selective student participation in the program.
Selection into the program would be a decision made with both
state, college and training district input.
There appears to be a large reservoir of individuals who,
either through lack of opportunity or training, chose a career path
other than teaching but who now have a desire to teach. These mid-
career change individuals who, because of their life experiences
and maturity have proven to make outstanding teachers, should be
encouraged to become part of the intern program. There may be some
tax incentives that could be explored to encourage companies to
allow employees to become part of such a program.
I would envision the funding of such a teacher preparation
program to be from both public and private sources. I would like
to see corporations or companies sponsoring "teacher fellows"
within the state or community. The commitment for such fellowships
would assume the financial responsibility of the masters degree
component of the interns program. There would presumably be some
national corporations that would see the value of this dedication
to training the next generation of teachers and would participate
as a major sponsor of the program. Since the training of math and
science teachers is one of the major goals of the program, it would
not seem unreasonable for technology firms to be readily interested
in this aspect of the program. The cost of the degree program
could be reasonable given the nature of the program and the
accelerated degree process.
The cost of supporting the intern for all aspects other than
the degree would be borne by primarily federal but also some state
monies. The cost of the stipend awarded the interns might vary
from one location to another based on cost of living
considerations. An amount for such a stipend might be in the
$10,000 range.
An integral part of this program would be an effective
placement procedure upon completion of the program. This placement
should be looked upon on at least a regional if not a national
basis so that there can be a matching of teacher skills with needs
to insure the most effective use of this valuable resource. Too
often teacher placement is looked at from a very parochial
viewpoint and the human resources are not properly and effectively
utilized.
Having worked over the years recruiting teachers into my
district, I know what a difficult task it is to match our needs
with the available pool of talent when a vacancy exists. Too often
teacher selections and placements are done in a very short time
frame usually driven by district financial uncertainty throughout
the process. If we can achieve a period of education funding
stability and a pool of outstanding teaching talent available when
vacancies exist, school districts may in fact be able to staff our
schools with a core of teachers who will form the backbone of our
educational system for the next generation. The window of
opportunity is fast approaching, what we need is a unified, well
designed program to meet the challenge. Unless we act quickly to
take advantage of this opportunity, it may be lost for another
generation.
I know this is somewhat of a sketchy framework to a very
complex issue, but I am extremely committed to exploring a national
response to a national imperative. I feel so strongly that this
type of initiative for attracting and training the next generation
of teachers is so critical to the future of education and the
strength of our country, that I am willing to take a leave of
absence from my current position to join you and your staff in
designing and implementing such a program. I do not claim to have
all the answers, but I do have a vision for what is necessary and
I do possess the practical experience in the field to make it a
reality.
I offer you these thoughts and suggestions because I have
great hope for this country and your presidency. I am answering
your call to play my part in our renewal.
I hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Donald J. McCallion
DONALD J. McCALLION
9 Pinecone Lane
Southborough, MA 01772
(508) 485-1015
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
Total responsibility for all personnel and payroll functions for a staff of
1500, with a payroll of over 30 million dollars. Repeatedly introduced cost
saving methods of operations saving thousands of dollars.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT ADMINISTRATION
Proven ability to initiate and manage cafeteria benefit plan, EAP, worker's
compensation, retirement programs, insurance, certification, tenure and
seniority issues and performance reviews.
EMPLOYEE AND LABOR RELATIONS
Design and develop programs to attract outstanding staff and maintain
high employee morale. Strong mediation, negotiation and arbitration skills
enable successful resolution of contract, policy, grievance and eligibility
issues. Currently negotiating and managing nine union contracts.
TEACHING AND TRAINING
Over 20 years of experience in education with increasing responsibility. An
in depth knowledge of public education and town government. Ability to
develop in-service training programs, lecture at area colleges.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Participate in public relations with community, area businesses, United
Way. Member of board of directors of Metrowest Leadership Academy.
Active in home town government, participating member of improvement
committees and charitable organizations.
EXPERIENCE:
1987 to
FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Framingham, MA
present
Director of Personnel
*
Plan, coordinate and implement all personnel functions for 1500
professional and non professional staff. Prepare annual budget.
*
Directed compliance of 577 personnel actions for FY'91.
*
Negotiated Sick Leave Bank policy, Orderly Retirement Incentive, at a
saving of over $100,000.
*
Assumed full responsibility for $32,000,000 payroll function for school
department. Computerized all personnel data on Paradox system.
*
Reduced unemployment claims substantially through "reasonable
assurance" letters.
*
Introduced and implemented a 125 cafeteria plan for three employee
groups at substantial tax savings for employees.
Coordinate Employee Assistance Programs; stress reduction and smoking
workshops. Organize system wide events to build positive staff morale.
*
Conduct comprehensive orientation for new teachers and introduced a
new professional staff evaluation program for performance review.
*
Designed outplacement training program.
*
Implemented an in-service program, "Understanding Teaching".
*
Increased the United Way campaign giving each year, serving on the
Public Relations Committee.
*
Lecture at area colleges, develop rapport with business community.
*
Participated in decision making process leading to a budget reduction of
$3,000,000. for FY'92.
*
Initiated, developed and negotiated a new performance based evaluation
system for all professional staff.
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DONALD J. McCALLION
1983 to 1987 Vice Principal
Framingham High School
1979 to 1983 Vice Principal
Farley Middle School
1973 to 1979 Vice Principal
Walsh Middle School
*
Supervised, directed and evaluated professional staff.
*
Directed meetings to assess student needs and plan programs.
*
Developed computerized schedules for teachers and students.
*
Assisted in budget preparation.
*
Served as counselor, problem solver, disciplinarian, liaison with
school and community.
*
Interviewed and hired staff, oriented new teachers and students.
*
Responsible for daily operation of the school.
1973 to 1974 Director
Framingham Summer School
*
Developed program of 60 courses, hired staff, prepared brochure,
processed registration, scheduled transportation, coordinated
advertising, purchased supplies, supervised daily operation at
three sites. Processed 1400 applications for 4,000 registrations.
1969 to 1973 Social Studies Teacher
Winch Park Middle School
*
Selected for Administrative Internship Program.
*
Taught two years on pilot program adopted throughout town.
*
Served as Student Council Advisor, elected to Faculty Advisory
Committee, building representative for FTA.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES:
* Member :
-American Association of School Personnel Administrators
-Massachusetts Association of School Personnel Administrators
-National Association of Secondary School Principals
-N.E. Association for School, College and University Staffing
-Advisory Board, "Math, English, Science Technology Education Partnership"
* Chairman:
-Performance Review Evaluation Committee
-Advisory Committee for Superintendent Search
-Basic Skills Task Force on Listening and Speaking
-Environmental Study Committee
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:
*
Board of Directors, Metrowest Leadership Academy of the
Metrowest Chamber of Commerce
*
President, Charitable Irish Society of Boston
*
Alumni interviewer for Georgetown University
*
Actively involved in Southborough and Framingham town boards,
civic committees, conservation committees, Town Meeting Member
EDUCATION:
1970 to present
52 graduate credits beyond Masters Degree
1968 to 1969
M.Ed. in Urban Education
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA
1964 to 1968
A.B. in Government
Georgetown University
Washington, DC
National Service Correspondence Coding Sheet
Coder:
Date:
4/2
I.
Purpose of Letter:
Wants to Participate
Summer of Service
National Initiative
General Commentary
Pro
Con
Suggestions for Programs
Requesting General Information
Summer of Service
General Program
Offering their Services
Volunteer
Internships
White House
National Service (Jim)
Employment
CAMPAIGN/FRIEND
II. Writer Information:
A.
Age (Circle One) :
Under 17 17-25 Over 25 Unspecified
B.
Education Level (Circle One) :
1. Student:
Elementary
Secondary
College
Graduate
2.
Non-Student (Level Completed):
Secondary
College
Graduate
III. Re-route to Other Departments
Commission
(Personal, service organizations,
or business proposals)
Scheduling/Gloria
Other
IV.
Certified Mail
Stanley Stewart
1787 Manchester
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
313-487-0717 (h)
313-226-7848 (w)
February 17, 1993
Mr. Eli Segal
Office of the President
National Service
White House
Washington, D. C.
Dear Mr. Segal:
I am the State Program Director in Michigan for the ACTION agency.
I have been in my position for 21 years. I am also a Black
American. It is my understanding that you recently met with ACTION
SES staff in Washington. Consequently, I feel impelled to share
some concerns that I think you should consider during your review
of ACTION. I doubt seriously that anyone presently in power at
ACTION will agree with my comments. But before I start with my
comments, I feel it is appropriate to share with you a little of
my background.
I was a VISTA PDP Volunteer from 1967 - 1969 in Milwaukee,
Wisconsin and Ravenna, Ohio; from 1970 to 1971 I was Deputy
Director of the Portage County CAC. From 1971 - 1972, I was a
consultant with A.L. Nellum and Associates. I have a B.S. degree
in Economics from Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana.
I have worked at ACTION since July 1972, and during that time I
have served as the acting Regional Director of Region V during the
changeover from Carter to Reagan; I served as a deputy to the
Director of Michigan Department of Social Services on an IPA from
1984-86, where I was responsible for special projects and the
Office of Communications.
I have been involved with poverty programs for the past 26 years.
In my 26 years, I have never seen as much Jim Crowism as I saw
during the Jane Kenny administration of ACTION. It was a
sophisticated return to Jim Crow, but a return nevertheless.
Positions were posted with qualifications and levels purposely
designed to exclude people. Attached is a memo I sent to Gary
Kowalczyk, Acting Associate Director ACTION, regarding the grade
level for a State Program Specialist position in Michigan.
The grade level GS-9 proposed by Mr. Kowalczyk would eliminate most
recent VISTA Volunteers from applying for the position. Once upon
a time, before Jane Kenny, former VISTAS were able to enter federal
service at the GS 5-7 level. With the imposition of the 9 level
requirement, many well qualified, dedicated individuals need not
apply. In Michigan more than 50% of VISTAs are Black.
I want you to know that I wholeheartedly support President Clinton.
I believe in the President and the things he wants to accomplish.
And I am going to be on his side when tough decisions have to be
made, unlike those in power at ACTION now. If you would like to
verify my allegiance, I list as my references:
Congressman John Conyers, (D), Detroit
Paul Hubbard, President, New Detroit, Inc.
Gerald Smith, Kellogg Foundation
Kirk Profit, State Rep. (D), Ypsilanti
Dave Hollister, State Rep. (D), Lansing
Bernard Parker, Wayne County Commissioner
Ronnie Peterson, Washtenaw County Commissioner
I hope I have the opportunity to meet with you in the future to
discuss ACTION and National Service and its many possibilities.
If you would like to visit a location that would be a perfect place
to discuss National Service, I would recommend Ypsilanti, MI. It
is the home of Congressman William Ford, Eastern Michigan
University, and it is also my home.
Sincerely,
Stanley M Stewart
Stanley M. Stewart
Attachment
ACTION
Phone: 313/226-7848
FEDERAL DOMESTIC VOLUNTEER
Fax: 313/226-2557
Federal Building. Room 658
ACTION
231 West Lafayette Boulevard
THE
AGENCY
Detroit, MI 48226-2799
USA
MEMORANDUM
Date:
February 17, 1993
To:
Gary Kowalczyk, Acting Associate Director, D. O.
Thru:
Mary Lubertozzi, Acting Regional Director
Stanley stewart
From:
Stanley Stewart, State Program Director, MI
Subject: State Program Specialist Recruitment
I believe that ACTION as an Agency should once again become an
Equal Opportunity/Upward Mobility employer. For the past twelve
years, Blacks have been systematically excluded from positions at
ACTION. One need only look at people filling the SES and Regional
Director positions for evidence. Of course, numerical factors in
themselves are not always conclusive, but a rose by any other
name
I recognize that the White bureaucrats running ACTION will strongly
deny that Blacks have been excluded. But what would you expect
them to say.
I have watched position after position be filled by White people,
especially during the last 4 years. In Region V only the secretary
to the Regional Director position was filled with a Black. Other
Region V positions filled during the past 4 years are: Regional
Director, Executive Officer, Budget Analyst, VISTA Recruiter, (1)
State Program Specialist position in Indiana, (2) State Program
Specialist positions in Illinois, (1) State Director in Minnesota,
(1) Grants Management Specialist, (1) Secretary in Illinois and (1)
Secretary in Minnesota, (1) Secretary in Indiana. All filled by
Whites.
I am not as familiar with hiring nationwide, but, in the last 4
years, of all the vacant State Program Director positions, only in
Billy Joe Caldwell's selection for Alaska was a Black named. I
wonder if Billy Joe had not been an E. O. Counselor, would he have
been chosen.
In Washington, only Whites filled the following positions:
Director, Deputy Director, Associate Director for Domestic
Operations, Executive Officer, Personnel, Comptroller, Procurement
and Grants, Accounting and Financial Management, Planning and
Budget, Older Americans, VISTA, Program Demonstration,
Administrative and Management Services, Associate Director MB,
Public Affairs, Inspector General, Legislative Affairs and Equal
Opportunity.
ACTION'S MISSION
To stimulate voluntary citizen participation in addressing the needs of American communities,
particulary those of the poor, the disadvantaged and the elderly.
Gary Kowalczyk
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In addition, a myriad number of assistant to positions were also
filled by Whites only. ACTION has a unwritten policy that Blacks
need not apply.
I can count on one hand the number of Blacks promoted to positions
of authority during the past four years.
Consequently, to want me to post a State Program Specialist
position at a level that would exclude a Black from applying is
only a continuation of the racially insensitive persona, that grips
ACTION. In addition, the GS-9 level proposed by you would
eliminate most recent VISTA Volunteers from applying for the
position. Once upon a time, before Jane Kenny, former VISTAs were
able to enter federal service at the GS 5-7 level. With the
imposition of the GS 9 level requirement, many well qualified,
dedicated individuals need not apply. In Michigan more than 50%
of VISTAs are Black. I prefer to wait until the new administration
is in place before posting Michigan's two (2) vacant State Program
Specialists positions. I am hopeful that the new people will be
more racially sensitive.
With the two vacant positions, there are certain state activities
that we must curtail. Monitoring of OAVP projects will cease, but
since we have monitored at least 98% of our OAVP projects each year
for the past ten years, I believe a one year absence will not do
irreparable harm. It might do some good. The policy of monitoring
OAVP projects every year needs to be seriously reviewed.
We will not be able to develop many new VISTA projects without
additional help. Nevertheless, we have 3 new projects that will
get VISTAs in April.
We will be able to process VISTA project renewals, OAVP
continuations and VISTA trainees requests. In addition, we will
be able to monitor some of our VISTA projects. I will be able to
attend certain representational activities such as my participation
with the Eldercare Task Force and budget meetings in Lansing. Of
course, we can not continue to function well with 40% of our
positions vacant. But we will make every effort to perform
superbly during the interim because doing what's right is worth it.
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Dear President Clinton:
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With health-care costs skyrocketing, I urge you to support the Center for Science in
the Public Interest's campaign to make good nutrition and the prevention of heart
disease, diabetes, stroke, and cancer a cornerstone of America's health policy.
The federal government should: 1) Publish advice to help people eat the healthiest
possible diets, including very-low-fat and vegetarian diets; 2) Require school meals to
meet the "Dietary Guidelines"; 3) Urge doctors to prescribe very-low-fat diets before
and after doing coronary bypasses; 4) Encourage broadcasters to promote good nutrition
for children; 5) Require hospitals and nursing homes that receive Medicare funding to
serve lower-fat, lower-salt meals; and 6) Have the Surgeon General publish an annual
report on nutrition.
Rich Wayman
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President Bill Clinton
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
CLINTON LIBRARY PHOTOCOPY
National Service Correspondence Coding Sheet
Coder: Mm
Date:
4/2
I.
Purpose of Letter:
Wants to Participate
Summer of Service
National Initiative
General Commentary
Pro
Con
Suggestions for Programs
Requesting General Information
Summer of Service
General Program
Offering their Services
Volunteer
Internships
White House
National Service (Jim)
Employment CAMPAIGN FRIEND
II. Writer Information:
A.
Age (Circle One) :
Under 17 17-25 Over 25 Unspecified
B.
Education Level Circle One):
1. Student:
Elementary
Secondary
College
?
Graduate
2.
Non-Student (Level Completed):
Secondary
College
Graduate
III. Re-route to Other Departments
Commission
(Personal, service organizations,
or business proposals)
Scheduling/Gloria
Other
IV.
Certified Mail
February 1, 1993
Eli Segal, Director
Office of National Service
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, D.C. 20502
Dear Mr. Segal:
Congratulations on being appointed by President Clinton to serve his
administration in the daunting position of director of the Office of
National Service.
I have had extensive experience in the design, implementation,
management, and evaluation of community-based human services
projects. I am confident that I could be of considerable value to you
in the design and administration of the National Service initiative.
Hence, this letter of introduction.
As my resume indicates, I left my position as a tenured elementary
school teacher in the '60s to work in War on Poverty programs. I am
somewhat unique in that, as a Kennedy/Johnson-era person, I never
stopped working in community-based projects that had as their
mission enabling disadvantaged persons to benefit fully from the
level of opportunity that exists in our society.
I am currently working as an independent consultant. In this
capacity I am conducting administrative and fiscal reviews of Head
Start programs on Indian reservations throughout the country for
the American Indian Program Branch of the Head Start Bureau in
Washington, D.C.
I was the director of Boston's Head Start program from 1980 to 1987.
As the largest Head Start program in New England we served 2,000
children, supported by 400 staff and a budget of $8 million.
I served on two national grant review panels this past summer for
the Administration for Children and Families of the U.S. Department
of Health and Human Services.
Also, as a consultant to the Consortium for Policy Research in
Education, whose university membership includes Harvard, Rutgers,
Michigan State, Southern California, Stanford and Wisconsin, I
recently documented pre-K through grade 12 education reform
policies and initiatives in Georgia's public schools based upon
interviews I conducted with Georgia's government, education and
business leaders.
I am a generalist whose organizational and administrative skills have
been honed to a level of specialization. The strength of my project
design, policy development, fiscal analysis, management and
program evaluation skills, coupled with my perspective as a
practitioner, would be of value to you. In addition, my intelligence,
versatility, resourcefulness, candor and integrity are attributes that
would further qualify me for executive responsibility.
I was a paid staffer for six weeks in President Clinton's primary
election campaign in New Hampshire, where I, with another person,
handled ten thousand requests for the Governor's economic plan.
New Hampshire then directed me to Massachusetts, where I served
as a surrogate speaker at twelve events that I scheduled for senior
citizens in the Boston metropolitan area.
You may wish to contact George Bruno, who served as a co-
chairperson of President Clinton's primary campaign in New
Hampshire and is currently a member of the Democratic National
Committee. George is familiar with my professional endeavors of the
past twenty years. He can be reached at 603-625-2222; his address
is 15 Stark Street, Manchester, NH 03101.
I would greatly appreciate an opportunity to meet with you to assess
in detail the appropriateness of my candidacy. I can assure you that
my references are excellent.
Thank you for your attention. I shall look forward to hearing from
you.
All, best wishes,
Audrey Melick
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Dear Eli:
First, congratulations on your appointment. I think you wound up with one of the
most exciting -- and probably most rewarding -- appointments in the
Administration. Clinton couldn't have made a better choice.
I also want to bring to your attention a tremendously talented woman who's
interested in joining your office. Deb Guenther is a founder of the national
volunteer action group, 'doingsomething'. Under Deb's direction,
doingsomething has organized volunteer activities for thousands of young
professionals in cities across America, linking those ready to volunteer with
community organizations in desperate need of help. It's remarkable what they've
pulled off in three or four short years.
I came to know Deb through her husband, Kurt, who works in our office. Kurt
was a 24-hour-a-day-guy on the Clinton account, working on creative with Mandy
and Frank. Simply stated, Deb brings the same enthusiasm to her work that Kurt
brings to his.
If you're looking for people who understand community action, the "national
service" philosophy, are good problem solvers and creative thinkers, Deb is
someone you should get to know.
I hope that you're doing well, that the adrenalin is still pumping and that you'll let
me know if there is anything we can do to help.
Eli, you did an amazing job this year and given some of the dark days along the
way, it's especially wonderful being able to write you at the White House today.
Call if you have questions.
L Bestregards,
JAMES MARGOLIS
JM:hs
2626 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Suite 301
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 338-8700
FAX (202) 338-2334
1145 Gayley Avenue
Suite 301
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(213) 443-9990
FAX (213) 443-9986
DEBRA TYLER GUENTHER
6404 Fifth Avenue
Takoma Park, Maryland 20912
301/891-2860
EXPERIENCE:
Founder, Chairman of the Board
Doingsomething, a national volunteer network
Begun in Washington, D.C., May 1989. Ongoing.
Led in developing the first volunteer network in Washington to target working professionals. In three
years the network has expanded to over 5,000 people across the country. Doiugsomething is a 501(c)(3)
non-profit organization which provides flexible volunteer opportunities for people who may not
otherwise have time to volunteer. I have developed relationships with non-profit agencies, managed
projects and project leaders, written grant proposals and annual reports, organized fundraisors,
encouraged corporate support, and created management systems to delegate to new chapters.
Doingsomething/D.C. currently performs over 35 projects each month,
Associate
HOH Associates, Inc.
Aloxandria, Virginia (March 1988 - present)
HOH is a land planning, urban design and landscape architecture firm. I am responsible for managing
projects, coordinating schedules and budgets, meeting with clients, writing proposals, overseeing
marketing efforts with branch offices and parent company and serving as liaison to the press. Project
management includes ongoing contact with local communities, helping them to obtain specific
development goals through coordination with federal, state and local agencies.
Project Manager/Land Planning
Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum, P.C.
Washington, D.C. (May 1984 - March 1988)
At HOK I managed projects for a wide range of private sector clients including the World Bank, Johns
Hopkins University, Ford Aerospace, Melvin Simon and Associates, McDonnell Douglas and
Georgetown University.
Land Planner
HOH Associates, Inc.
Denver, Colorado (July 1982 - April 1984)
Responsibilities included extensive work with local governments and teams of economists, urban
planners, architects and graphic designera.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Co-creator, "Everyday Heroes - the Mayor's Salute to Volunteerism" honoring outstanding community
service by organizations and Individuals in the District of Columbia.
Member, Board of Directors, Volunteer Clearinghouse of the District of Columbia.
Member, Fund for New Leadership, a fundraising and outreach organization that encouraged young
Democrats to support key Senate races. 1986 -1989.
Member, Council for Urban Economic Development.
Participant, "Livable Cities", Smithsonlan Resident Program.
Appreciation Awards from Capital Area Community Food Bank, For the Love of Children, D.C.
Coalition for the Homeless, New Endeavors by Women.
EDUCATION:
Michigan State University, B.L.A,, June 1982.
Graduate studies, University of Denver, Fall 1983.