Henry Leonard for School Board

01/20/2022

MAJOR PRAYERS TO THE LEGENDARY DR.CARTER.. A LONGTIME FRIEND OF MY FAMILY.. BLESSED TO SEE 90yrs. OF LIFE.. LORD PLZ WRAP UR LOVIN ARMS AROUND HIM ON THAT ICU UNIT🙏🏽❤️

10/21/2021

I have a lot of time on my hands since going into COVID isolation. Mild symptoms, (fully vaccinated) but past the 6 month period so a booster would have helped, but just the same, feeling rather unproductive. I am going to try to put something out every week. By now I was hoping that we would have reached the 68-70% fully vaccinated level. That would have reduced our infection and death rates substantially. In fact, a significant amount of bus drivers calling in sick, teachers and staff requiring quarantining and the disruptions it caused is due to people not getting vaccinated. Normally, MPS transportation plans for a 10% absentee rate but with COVID those numbers run closer to 25-30%. Staff email me almost daily on growing frustrated by lacking staff in their buildings. Parents have similar complaints. I say all of this to state the obvious, the most logical solution to this is to get enough people vaccinated in order to reduce the rate of infections, with the subsequent number of drivers and staff that go down sick or are forced to quarantine. There is no magic solution to this. If we make the sacrifice to vaccinate and wear masks we protect each other enough to bring back an as semblance of order. For me, a board director, I must act on behalf of the children, staff and families that I represent. That is first and foremost. This is not about my rights and freedoms because first I must act on my responsibilities. To my family, my students and staff etc. the more of us that act on that sacrifice the greater chance we have of reducing this and getting back to normal order. I am humbly pleading with those of you who have not gotten vaccinated to help us with this-please. Sincerely, Director Leonard

08/31/2021

Just a quick FYI. The 7th district townhall hearing will be held tomorrow from 5:30-7:00 pm at Walt Whitman School (4200 south 54th street). This townhall gives the 7th district parents/families/staff and community members the opportunity to hear the MPS administrative ideas for spending ESSER III dollars but is also an opportunity to get direct input from the aforementioned groups on how they would like these funds spent. Your input is greatly appreciated and may have a direct input on how board directors vote on spending plans. If we are inside be aware that masks must be worn as this is both MPS policy and one of our mitigation methods in reducing the spread of Covid.

Thank You
Director Leonard 7th district.

08/26/2021

Good Evening Everyone,
I have not posted on this site in a few months. But I wanted to let constituents and other supporters know that MPS and myself thought best to postpone my town hall set up for Hamilton HS due to high temperatures and dew points MPS closed early. I am planning on doing an in-person town hall next week and it will be posted to the MPS site, this site and some of the community organization sites. I will keep you posted and if you need babysitting in order to attend the meeting it will be made available. In the next week I will post details of the agenda and other comments as a prep to the town hall.

Thank You

04/12/2021

Good Morning Everyone,
Even though I was uncontested in this school board election I want to thank everyone who supported me in this campaign and election. For all of the people that went out to vote in the 7th district thank you. The real work is already starting but I want you to know that I appreciate your support. I am putting my email address out on this post because I am sincerely working on developing better communications between the board, myself and you the constituents. We may not always agree but your input is valuable and will help in finding the common ground to improve our school district. Again, thank you. [email protected]

04/01/2021

Election day GOTV.

03/17/2021

Alicia Andrews has been a supportive and strong leader for myself and the Bethune School Community. Her endorsement is sincerely appreciated. Thank You

03/16/2021

I am proud to be endorsed by the WCV, (Wisconsin Conservation Voters) and looking forward to promoting their ideals within MPS.

03/15/2021

I am excited and honored to receive the AFSCME endorsement. Looking forward to working with their organization.

03/10/2021

Thank You Hannah Schafer. Hannah epitomizes a work ethic and creative engagement that empowers our students. It is an honor to receive your video endorsement.

03/01/2021

Here is a second video from the Bethune Academy staff. Thank You Sarah for your support.

02/24/2021

This was supposed to go out with my intro. Glad I am running for school board and not communications director.

02/23/2021

This is an introduction of Bethune staff members that have endorsed my campaign through their videos.

02/16/2021

02/08/2021

01/27/2021

Just want to send out a very appreciative thank you to all the members and leadership that were willing to endorse me for the MPS school board 7th district seat. I can't say enough how much I respect working with you and working with all of our students and families in Milwaukee. You make these challenges worth it!

01/26/2021

Get to know me : MPS reopening

01/19/2021

Good Afternoon Everyone
This is just a public service announcement. If you want to vote by mail in the upcoming February primary and the spring election the easiest way to get your ballot is through MyVoteWisconsin site. On that site if you have never voted by mail you will need to register and send a picture of your photo ID. Drivers License or state ID. If you are already registered just click the black box to receive your ballot. If you have any problems there is a contact us at the bottom right section of the form. The link is https://myvote.wi.gov/en-US/VoteAbsentee Thank you

My Vote

01/14/2021

Get to know me : Why I am running for School Board

01/08/2021

"Henry understands that the best thing for our children is a school to college pipeline or a school to tech or trade school pipeline. "

01/04/2021

Get to know me series : Education and Work experience

If you have suggestions on what you want to know about me please submit to [email protected]

01/04/2021

This is an introduction to my GET TO KNOW ME series of documents and video's

12/23/2020

We are wishing everyone a safe and peaceful Holiday from our family to yours.

12/19/2020

Today we got over the first hurdle of getting elected. I submitted nearly 580 signatures to get on the ballot for the 7th District School Board in Milwaukee. We did it team! Major shout out to the following people who made this possible; Laura, Patty, Marie, Dawn, JoAnne, David, Megan, Becky, Angela, Ivelis, Jenny H., Jenny N., Scott, Peter, Jack, Rafael, Connie, Lee Anne, Stanley, Tina, Gina, Kathy, and Marge. Looking forward to the next phase of the campaign. To support my election efforts go to my ActBlue account. Thank You

12/18/2020

Today we got over the first hurdle of getting elected. I submitted nearly 580 signatures to get on the ballot for the 7th District School Board in Milwaukee. We did it team! Major shout out to the following people who made this possible; Laura, Patty, Marie, Dawn, JoAnne, David, Megan, Becky, Angela, Ivelis, Jenny H., Jenny N., Scott, Peter, Jack, Rafael, Connie, Lee Anne, Stanley, Tina, Gina, Kathy, and Marge. Looking forward to the next phase of the campaign. To support my election efforts go to my ActBlue account. Thank You

12/09/2020

It is an honor to receive an endorsement from MPS School Board President Larry Miller. I am very appreciative of his support and invite you to read more below. Also, check out my campaign and consider making a donation via my ActBlue account. https://secure.ActBlue.com/donate/Henry-for-mps-1

ENDORSEMENT:

I wholeheartedly support Henry Leonard to represent Milwaukee Public School Board District #7.

Henry Leonard taught science, special education, and coached in Milwaukee Public Schools for 27 years. He ran a leadership camp for students-of-color for 17 years. He worked to recruit Paras and parents to enter the teaching profession for MPS. He has worked on district councils, taught Citizenship classes to immigrant parents, organized legal aid and assistance for Muslim and Burmese families.

Henry truly knows the importance of education. He is an example of building strong relationships between schools and parents and their children. His home visits were a monthly event.

Henry Leonard truly believes in public schools. He worked actively against attempts at the takeover of MPS, and also, in promoting to get the MPS Referendum passed.

He is passionate, experience, and an uncompromising advocate for our children and their families. Please give him your support.

12/08/2020

A thank you and shoutout to everyone that came out in this past week to gather signatures to get my name on the ballot. We are well over the halfway point to reaching 550 signatures. We will be going out next weekend to reach that number. Anyone wanting to volunteer please contact me. I will provide details later this week. Again, for all of you that have totally rocked this-big thank you.

12/01/2020

CAN I COUNT ON YOUR SUPPORT?

Excited to connect with the community over the next few weeks. In order to be placed on the ballot for the Spring 2021 election, I need your support and will be collecting signatures. My focus will be on 1) fair and equitable funding of MPS Schools, 2) Revenue Accountability, 3) Safe and Healthy Schools, and 4) Improved School-to-Community Communication and Policy Input. For more detail, see the attached or contact me directly.

11/28/2020

Henry Leonard for School Board
Published by Marie Johnson · 6h ·
SIGNATURES NEEDED -- CAN YOU VOLUNTEER? 👍👍👍👍👍
To be placed on the ballot for the Spring Election, I need to collect signatures. Our team of volunteers will be safely canvassing the MPS 7th District starting Tuesday, December 1st.
If you are interested in volunteering or would like a signature sheet dropped off at your home, please message Henry Leonard, text me at 414.550.2144, or reply in the comments below.
If you don't live in the 7th District and want to support my campaign, consider making a donation securely through Act Blue at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/henry-for-mps-1
Your support and is greatly appreciated!

SIGNATURES NEEDED -- CAN YOU VOLUNTEER? 👍👍👍👍👍

To be placed on the ballot for the Spring Election, I need to collect signatures. Our team of volunteers will be safely canvassing the MPS 7th District starting Tuesday, December 1st.

If you are interested in volunteering or would like a signature sheet dropped off at your home, please message Henry Leonard, text me at 414.550.2144, or reply in the comments below.

If you don't live in the 7th District and want to support my campaign, consider making a donation securely through Act Blue at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/henry-for-mps-1

Your support and is greatly appreciated!

11/27/2020

SIGNATURES NEEDED -- CAN YOU VOLUNTEER? 👍👍👍👍👍

To be placed on the ballot for the Spring Election, I need to collect signatures. Our team of volunteers will be safely canvassing the MPS 7th District starting Tuesday, December 1st.

If you are interested in volunteering or would like a signature sheet dropped off at your home, please message Henry Leonard, text me at 414.550.2144, or reply in the comments below.

If you don't live in the 7th District and want to support my campaign, consider making a donation securely through Act Blue at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/henry-for-mps-1

Your support and is greatly appreciated!

11/25/2020

Have a restful and safe Thanksgiving

11/22/2020

I am honored to receive an endorsement from Bridget J Hartney
(Retired MPS Principal).

ENDORSEMENT

Mr. Henry Leonard possesses the skills and personality I believe is needed to be an effective School Board Member for an Urban School System. There is a need for an individual who is an independent thinker who also has experience in working with students, parents, and the community. His teaching career demonstrates his first-hand experience regarding the needs of schools, teachers, students, and parents in MPS.

His educational credentials include regular education certification, special education certification, and a master's in school administration. Through the career path he has chosen, Henry Leonard has clearly witnessed education from multiple viewpoints. His work with adjudicated youth, our adult immigrant population (preparing for citizenship), and community organizations including the social justice movement highlight his community advocacy.

As a staff member, he was chosen by colleagues and parents to work on Learning teams and school-based committees, due to his evident leadership abilities.

His forward thinking will help to lead MPS to be an institution that values various cultures. He will help to create a system that supports education by supporting staff, students, and the community.

He is the person who will show his integrity by ensuring fair and equal treatment for all stakeholders. Henry Leonard is a dedicated family man, an educator, community advocate, and an MPS student and family supporter.

I trust his calm, careful, and rational decision-making skills and believe he is an excellent candidate for the MPS school board.

Bridget J Hartney
(Retired MPS Principal)

11/17/2020

STUDENT TESTIMONIAL

“Henry Leonard has been a teacher, a counselor, and a very amazing coach. Anytime I needed him for anything, he’d be there. Anytime a student would need him, he’d be there for anything. I know he wants better for all the students and better for the schools. I really feel like he is a great candidate and deserves to be there to make a better school system for everyone.”

11/10/2020

Interested in learning more about why I am running for MPS School Board, check out my candidacy announcement video.

11/09/2020

Good Morning Everyone,
Congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. I am both relieved and ecstatic about their victory. I averaged 15-25 hours per week working on the campaign which included extensive efforts with a strong team of educators to get out the mail-in votes, and other GOTV actions to make this happen. I could not think of anything else for the past 2 weeks. When it was announced on Saturday I felt an immense relief which turned into cries of joy, hugging of neighbors and celebrations. I have come back down to earth and am ready to start on my own campaign. With that said, within this week this site should have more to offer everyone on why and what I am running on for the 7th district Milwaukee school board seat. At this point in any political campaign every candidate needs to garner enough funds to actually run a campaign. I am no different. For those that know me I am calling on your support to both donate to my campaign and get the word out to others that I am running and need any type of support they are willing to give. On this site the easiest and fastest way to donate is through the ActBlue account but if you prefer to send me a check make it out to henry for MPS. My address is 6419 West Stack Court Milwaukee, Wi., 53219. I thank you in advance. If you want to offer any help with the campaign please reply to me on messenger, [email protected] or call 414-550-2144. If I don't answer please leave a message. I will get back to you within the day. Again, thank you.

10/25/2020

10/25/2020

10/22/2020

Of all the possible issues that school board directors, teachers, parents etc. will have dialogue on the Covid-19 effect on our children's education would be front and center. I have been researching the virus since March on every possible site I can. Having taught science for most of my teaching career, the data and facts must always be a precursor to any reopening topics. I have been in a 2 day long discussion on a Evers/Covid site that involves a wide array of people from around the state. We are sharing data, both quantitative as well, as anecdotal, comparisons of models and their effects on families, and every topic in-between. It has been enlightening and hopefully instrumental for any type of reopening plans. I bring this up to post that if I should get elected I believe that it is my responsibility to take this challenge on responsibly, fairly, and intelligently. SAFETY must be paramount to any planning. That has taken place in MPS but this is a fluid condition. If anyone wants to join into the discussion contact me to get the site information. Thank You

10/18/2020

Good Afternoon Everyone,
First off, for everyone that has already started donating to my campaign for school board, a big thank you. The encouragement and support is greatly appreciated and honestly, is very motivating. For those that don't know me as well, I will be sending out more information as we get nearer to the end of this crazy but extremely important election. ( I am currently working on the general and state elections) My main focus is on saving our democracy and and bringing in much more effective leaders. We as a nation, stand at a critical crossroads. One that determines if we develop as nation for all of us or one that becomes divided to the point of critical decline. For these reasons my official launch will be after the general election. I would still love to hear from you and will answer all calls, emails and texts. Again, Thank You.