School Committee Candidate Profile: Robert Skerry

Name: Robert E. Skerry Jr.

Occupation: Senior Criminal Investigator, Bureau of Special Investigations, Office of the State Auditor

Incumbent?: No

Previous Elected Experience: School Committee Member, 1987-1988, 1991-1997, 1999-2009; Medford Democratic City Committee, 1972-Present

If elected, what would your top priority be on the school committee?

Education is the cornerstone of a prosperous community, and I will place the highest priority on giving our young Medford citizens every opportunity to achieve their dreams.  My school board experience through good times and bad provides the perspective and skill to fix problems, overcome bureaucratic roadblocks, and further the successes our students achieve. 

In addition, when elected, I will work to insure the technology of our schools will be updated by working in conjunction with the Mayor’s Office and seek out grants and help fro  the Medford business community.  It is my vision and hope that in the near future, each student will have access to a tablet or laptop of their own.

I ask for your support and vote of confidence on November 8th so that I may be your voice on the school committee.  As always I can be contacted at 781-396-9092 or reskerry@gmail.com.