It’s been awhile since our last update and we’re proud to announce the petition has been filed with the Maricopa County Elections Department with 487 pages and 5,464 signatures. There were only 23 signatures not accepted! Petitions continued to come in and as of last count, there was a total of 5,972 signatures. More than enough to qualify for the minimum number of 3,165 signatures and exceeding our goal of 5,000 signatures!
Additional documentation, the Nomination Paper Affidavit of Qualifications for Candidate "Maricopa County School Superintendent,” as well as the Financial Disclosure Statement for Candidate "Maricopa County School Superintendent” have been filed. It appears that all is completed and ready for the September 2nd Primary Election. As of this posting, no other candidate from the Republican or Democrat party has filed to run in the Primary or General Election.
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Many Thanks -- Covey 2008 Committee
Monday, July 28, 2008
Don Covey is Headed to the Primary Election ...
Monday, March 24, 2008
Arizona Republican Calendar of Events
Here is a direct link to the AZ GOP Calendar of Events. You may click here for Arizona Republican events, in your area, that you might like to attend to acquire valid Republican signatures.
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Many Thanks -- Covey 2008 Committee
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Latest News ...
The Arizona Republic announces Don Covey's plans to run for County Superintendent.
Yvonne Wingett
The Arizona Republic
Feb. 28, 2008 12:00 AM
Longtime educator Don Covey has announced plans to run for the office of Maricopa County superintendent of schools.
Covey, a Republican, has filed a political-committee statement of organization with the county elections department and said he plans to be on the September primary-election ballot.
"I have had a lot of experience in the field and my heart and soul has always been for young people and education," said Covey, 69, of Peoria. "(I) can provide a tremendous wealth of experience to move forward."
Covey is a former superintendent of the Creighton Elementary District and has won the Arizona Superintendent of the Year award. He also has served as assistant superintendent for educational services in the Phoenix Union High School District. Covey is the CEO of Covey and Associates Inc., an education and management consulting firm.
Sandra Dowling, the current county schools superintendent, relinquished control of some of her responsibilities last year in a cloud of controversy. The district includes programs in juvenile detention, rehabilitation centers and the state hospital.
Reach the reporter at yvonne.wingett@arizonarepublic.com or 602-444-4712.
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Many Thanks -- Covey 2008 Committee
Thursday, February 21, 2008
DR. DON COVEY LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN FOR COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT
“I will be responsible to the people of Maricopa County and expect to be held accountable for fiscal responsibility, providing effective services, and vital resources to our schools,” Covey stated. “I really have just one major goal: improve student achievement. I’ll work with the people of this county to develop the vision and resources that support this goal.”
Covey has also served in top-level administrative positions in the Phoenix Union High School District as its Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services. He was one of the originators of Phoenix Special Programs & Academies, a distance learning educational services company. He currently sits on the National Board for Kids at Hope, which is dedicated to changing the perception of “Kids at Risk” to “Kids at Hope.” Covey has been a long-time member of the Arizona State Council for North Central Association on School Improvement and Accreditation. His work with participatory site based management, resulted in being selected as National Administrator of the Year.
Dr. Covey is confident that he can “increase the trust and confidence” of voters in the Maricopa County School Superintendent’s Office. A Republican, Covey plans to be on the Primary Election Ballot on September 2.
The life-long educator promised to establish a “Council of Advisors” representative of the diverse communities throughout Maricopa County. The Council would provide in-depth advice on the responsibilities and challenges charged to the Maricopa County Superintendent of School’s Office. He is committed to working closely with educators and parents through existing educational organizations. Covey is also firmly dedicated to resolving the obstacles associated with increasing student achievement for all students in the County.
His wife of 42 years, Marge, passed away in 2002. He has three children and seven grandchildren who continue to inspire his call to action. Covey states, “The timing is right for me to give back to my community and apply the knowledge and practical experiences I have gained. We must increase student achievement and success for all students—no exceptions.” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
