Allen C. Griffith

Candidate for School Board

Age: 62

Residence: Mosby Woods.

Education: BA, political science and economics, Minnesota State University at Mankato; graduate, Federal Executive Institute.

Occupation: Retired human resources manager, General Services Administration.

Elected offices/civic activities: Member, City of Fairfax School Board, 1996-present; chairman, 2000-02; member, Fairfax City Council, 1984-88; founder, Virginia School Boards Association Limited English Proficiency Caucus; participant, Lamb Center Study Buddy program; member, Christ Lutheran Church Council; chair, Jubilee Committee; former president and current board member, Mosby Woods Community Association.

What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction? "We must complete work on Fairfax High and Lanier Middle schools and then use those facilities to provide our children with a world-class education so as to compete successfully in the 21st century."

Why should voters elect you? "If in your judgment I have been a faithful and competent member of the School Board, please remember me at the polls."

Web site: None given.

E-mail address: griffith@patriot.net