From Ellen Beuschel

One of the very first persons I met upon my employment as an administrator in the Rockford School District was Jude Makulec.  I believe the issue of that first meeting was the construction of a new playground. However, I soon learned that it did not matter was the issue was, Jude was a dedicated and determined advocate for the children of Rockford 205, ALL of the children. Read more

Northwestern Illinois Building and Construction Trades Council Endorses Jude

March 27, 2009 The strong leadership shown by Jude is critical to improve the quality of life that is expected form the Rockford Public School District. Read more

Rockford Register Star Endorses Jude Makulec

Chandler, Makulec, Salgado our picks for School Board

You can’t win if you’re a member of a school board. No matter what you do, you’re probably going to displease someone. The job requires long hours, dedication and a thick skin. School board members are scrutinized as much as, if not more than, any elected position, and they do it without compensation. Read more