Damon Deas announces candidacy for School Board Member District 1
Published 1:41 pm Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Hello, my name is Damon Deas and I am running for School Board Member, District 1. I would like to tell you why I should be your first choice when you vote in September.
I am 51 years old and have lived my whole life in Hamilton County. I graduated from Hamilton County High School in 1972 and attended North Florida Community College following high school graduation. I grew up farming with my family. I became a full-time partner in 1972 of Deas Brothers Farms. With God’s blessing, hard work, and strategic business decisions our farm continues to thrive in spite of the economical struggles for farmers as a whole.
My parents are Elizabeth Deas, and the late Quinteen “Sport” Deas. I have been married 26 years to Becky and have two sons, Daniel, 19, and Zach, 12. Daniel is a 2005 graduate of HCHS and attends NFCC. Zach will be attending seventh grade at Hamilton County High School in the fall.
Over the years I have had experience serving on several boards, committees, and organizations – locally, regionally, and nationally. These include: Farm Bureau Director, Hamilton County Public Health Trust Board, Hamilton County Cooperative Extension Service Advisory Board, Hamilton County Cattleman Association, Hamilton County Soil Conservation Committee, Hamilton County High School Football and Baseball Boosters Club, Tobacco Associates Board, Florida Tobacco Growers Founding Board, and Burnham Christian Church Board.
The school system of Hamilton County has grown and has been through many changes in the past few years. Though some of the changes were intended to raise the standard of excellence of learning for our children, some may have had the opposite effect. I believe with my experience in a successful business and my service on various boards, that I will be able to serve the children, parents, teachers, and residents of Hamilton County with confidence and impartiality.
My opportunities to serve in a variety of organizations have taught me many things about working with others, as well as representing others. I have learned to be fair, understanding, responsible, and trustworthy, and to stay optimistic in times of adversity. I have learned to work with others to find solutions to issues, not demanding my own way; but to listen to all sides before making a decision. I have learned not to judge too quickly and to admit when I am wrong. I have learned to think before I react and to think outside of the box to find the best answer.
My only agenda is for the children of Hamilton County to have the best education possible. I pledge to do my best for our children. Your vote on September 5, will be greatly appreciated.
