Contact Information
Email – LEEFORAPS5@YAHOO.COM
Phone – 678-748-0316
Compliance with Candidate Filing Requirements
All timely filed.
Background
[Not So Flattering Info] … APN can reveal that Lee appears to have previously misrepresented his educational credentials in documents prepared for the City of Atlanta… When first asked about the references to him as Dr. Lee in the City legislation, Lee told APN that his PhD was from Belford University…. a diploma mill that–prior to its closure in 2012–offered online, nonaccredited college degrees, for a fee of several hundred dollars, to individuals for their previous life experiences. While it maintained a post office box in Humble, Texas, the degrees were mailed from the United Arab Emirates.
Why Running for BOE?
[Per email from Mr. Lee] I am running for Atlanta Board of Education in District 5 because APS is facing severe challenges and must provide a better education for our students. I have dedicated my life to helping young people improve their lives. I want to take the experiences I’ve had as a community leader to ensure our schools are providing our students with an excellent education, one that focuses on college and career readiness. I will work through rocky waters, proactively governing, always with integrity and a sense of accountability. Every child in Atlanta deserves to experience the power of a world class education. I will work hard to increase our graduation rate by enhancing school, family and community partnerships.
Education Priorities
He also is a proponent of expanding access to early childhood education within APS.
Position on Revenues and Taxes
Position on Deficit Spending and General Fund Reserves
Position on Allocation of Resources
Position on Class Size Waivers and Average Class Size
Position on the Budget Process
Position on Overcapacity Issues and School Closings
Position on Board’s Oversight Responsibilities
Position on Charter Schools
Position on Other Issues that Have Financial Implications