"We need some fresh thinking to help our schools reach their potential and we can't get there with the same old tired solutions from the usual suspects. Sheldon Fishman will make a fresh wind blow through the education establishment in the county and give us a chance for some real innovation." Mike McCurry, former press secretary for President Clinton and MCPS parent

"I am supporting Sheldon because of his long-term commitment to our schools and community. I am enthusiastic about Sheldon Fishman and would ask for your support of him as well." Delegate Rich Madaleno

“From my many years on the School Board, I have known Sheldon to be as sensible, knowledgeable, and dedicated as they come.  He knows what it takes to build and sustain an excellent school system and he also has what it takes to be an excellent school board member.” Blair Ewing, former BOE and County Council Member

“Sheldon's PTA and advocacy efforts spanning two decades have made him a model of effective community involvement, and his insight, independence, and integrity--combined with his ability to work with others--will make him even more effective as a member of the school board. I whole-heartedly support Sheldon Fishman for Board of Education and urge all Montgomery County voters to do likewise.” Alan Cheung, former BOE member

"Sheldon has a long history of supporting the children and schools of Montgomery County. He will make an excellent member of the Board of Education" Bruce Goldensohn, former BOE Member

“I have worked with Sheldon on various education policies. He approaches problems with objectivity and thorough analysis. He is committed to bringing back Excellence in Education in Montgomery county.” Said Jahanmir, former President, Partnership for Education Policy

“As a veteran of the Montgomery County Public Schools, I've watched the school board closely for 43 years. In Sheldon Fishman I see the same rare combination of willingness to listen and ability to act that distinguished Blair Ewing, the most effective board member we've had over the past four decades. Sheldon will listen to ordinary people and work effectively on their behalf. ” Joseph Monte, Chair, Montgomery County Federation of Teachers

“Sheldon has the knowledge and credentials to address the needs of this county's most vulnerable children - children with disabilities - and the breadth of knowledge to address the educational concerns of all children in the school system. ” Jay Larson, Chair, SpecialEdVoters.org

“What impresses me about Sheldon is that he believes ALL children are entitled to an appropriate, challenging education. He also believes the BOE should be held accountable. So far, I've experienced neither of these.” Heidi Dubin, Montgomery County Education Activist

“I worked for Sheldon. Our diverse team produced at a high level and still had fun at work. Sheldon valued our opinions and worked hard to keep us informed. His personal experience as a manager and with the public school system places him above other candidates.” Denise Funkhouser

“Sheldon has proven to me that he is a true community leader:  I became involved in our neighborhood association in large measure because of his leadership and insight into how to get things done.  I’ve witnessed firsthand that his approach works.  His dedication to the area, and particularly to its schools, is an inspiration.” Rick Lutz