Marvin Jeglin said he is running for the Romoland School District Board to bring his experience as an educator and parent while advocating for additional support for teachers, classified staff and students.
Jeglin has worked in education for nearly 20 years, beginning as a substitute teacher. He currently works as a special education teacher at Nicolet Middle School in Banning. His wife also works in education as a local administrator, and his two children attend schools in the Romoland School District.
Jeglin said his decision to run was influenced by concerns he has heard from teachers and classified employees who feel they are not receiving enough support from the current board, particularly when it comes to obtaining classroom materials and supplies.
“I know how important it is to make sure that you feel like your board members hear you and are working with you,” he said.
If elected, Jeglin said he would set aside time each month to hear concerns from representatives of the teachers’ union and classified employees’ union and determine what issues he could bring to the rest of the board.
Jeglin said he would like to expand enrichment opportunities for students, particularly at the elementary level, including additional programs and educational field trips.
As a parent of two students in the district, Jeglin said communication between schools and families is another area he would like to improve. He said information about events, deadlines and other important dates is not always communicated to parents in a timely manner and would like the district to examine its communication systems.
Jeglin said his experience as a special education teacher would also bring a classroom perspective to the board. He said he wants to make sure special education students continue receiving the services and resources they need.
“What’s good for our special education students is also good for our general education population,” he said.
Jeglin said his nearly 20 years in education have given him practical experience understanding what teachers need to provide instruction and support students.
Ultimately, he said his campaign comes from a desire to serve the community where his children attend school.
“I believe in service before self, and it’s one of the reasons I’m a teacher to begin with,” he said. “I just want to help my community thrive, and if my community thrives, my children will thrive, their friends will thrive and our neighbors will thrive.”
Jeglin is endorsed by the Romoland Teachers Association.
