Peter F. Atherton

Candidate for School Board District C

Age: 39

Residence: West End.

Education: BS, political science, Bridgewater State College.

Occupation: Communications and political consultant.

Elected offices/civic activities: Member, Natick Town Meeting (Massachusetts), 1992-98; member, Natick School Committee, 1993-98.

What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction? "Developing strong, proactive leadership that can make the case for sending Alexandria's children to our public schools."

Why should voters elect you? "As a school board member in another community, I have experience hiring a superintendent, rebuilding schools, developing budgets that focus on classrooms — not the administration."

Web site: None given.

E-mail address: Pfatherton2000@yahoo.com