For immediate release
Patrick Woods
March 14, 2007 785-271-6492



Woods wins 501 primary, picks up endorsements

Patrick Woods, already endorsed by Governor Kathleen Sebelius and the National Education Association, Topeka, received nearly 50 percent of the primary vote, a solid achievement in a three way race.
“The support from the community has been really great,” Woods said. “Topeka wants a strong voice for our schools, and I think my experience and vision speaks volumes.”
Woods, a new father and husband of a teacher, has a personal stake in the success of Topeka area schools. Centering his campaign around his hands-on experience in the Sebelius administration, emphasis on financial accountability, support of increased teacher pay and expanded early learning opportunities, Woods is off to a strong start heading into the general election.
With Election Day just weeks away, Woods must now turn his attention to the city-wide electorate. “I’ve been out, hitting the pavement and introducing myself to the community,” Woods said. “In a school board race, knowing where a candidate stands on the issues is of the utmost importance. That’s why I want to make myself accessible – whether it’s in your neighborhood, through a flier, or on the web.”
Most recently, Woods received the endorsement of Kansas Families United for Public Education. For the details of that endorsement, and to view Patrick or his opponent’s responses to their questionnaire, please visit
www.KFUPEPAC.com/endorsements.asp.
Topekans will have a chance to vote in the 501 School Board race on April 3
rd, along with electing members of the Topeka City Council.
For more information about Patrick Woods, contact the Committee for Patrick Woods at
info@woodsfor501.com or visit Patrick’s website www.woodsfor501.com

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For immediate release
Patrick Woods
February 8, 2007 785-271-6492



Sebelius endorses Woods for 501 seat

Governor Kathleen Sebelius has endorsed Patrick Woods for a seat on the District 501 School Board. Woods has served the Governor as part of her education policy team, and sits on the Governor’s Healthy and Prepared Schools Task Force.
"Patrick has been invaluable to me as an education advisor” Sebelius said. “He's passionate about improving our schools so that every child has an opportunity to succeed."
Woods, a new father and husband of a teacher, has a personal stake in the success of Topeka area schools. Centering his campaign around his hands-on experience in the Sebelius administration, emphasis on financial accountability, and support of increased teacher pay and expanded early learning opportunities, Woods is off to a strong start with this impressive endorsement.
“I am honored to have the Governor support my candidacy for School Board” said Woods. “And as I meet with members of my community, I am motivated by our shared vision to make 501 among the best school districts in Kansas. Our teachers have heart, our students are bright, and they each deserve a school board that believes in them and supports them.”
For more information about Patrick Woods, contact the Committee for Patrick Woods at
info@woodsfor501.com or visit Patrick’s website www.woodsfor501.com

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