How Franklin Can Do More With Less

In today’s economic climate, Franklin families deserve both exceptional education and financial relief. That’s exactly what the newly announced team of Martin Czebotar, Nita Villuri, and Catherine Barrier brings to the table. With decades of experience spanning science, teaching, business management, and public service, these candidates are united by a bold vision: making every dollar work harder—so Franklin can accomplish more with less.

Expertise Rooted in Efficiency & Accountability

• Martin Czebotar holds a B.S. in Biochemistry and spent 28 years as a polymer chemist specializing in efficiency and problem-solving. He also served as a substitute teacher in Franklin schools and taught Six Sigma certification at Raritan Valley Community College. Czebotar’s keen eye for cost-effective solutions will help sharpen budgetary accountability and ensure that spending remains student-focused.

• Nita Villuri teaches full-time at Franklin Middle School and previously taught math. She earned an M.S. in Mathematics and directed a Kumon Math and Reading Center, where she managed staff, budgets, and student achievement. Passionate about STEM, Villuri knows how to deliver strong academic programming without letting spending spiral uncontrollably.

• Catherine Barrier served Franklin Township as a Councilwoman-at-Large, where she earned a reputation for prudent fiscal oversight. For over 30 years, she’s been an English and ESL instructor at Rutgers University and Raritan Valley Community College. Barrier champions transparency and discipline in budgeting to safeguard both students’ success and taxpayer interests.

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A Pledge Built on Balance and Results

The candidates have outlined a strategic, value-driven platform, promising to:

• Prioritize Academics by bolstering STEM, literacy, and core subject programs.

• Support Teachers with the resources they need—free from extraneous bureaucratic burden.

• Protect Taxpayers by clipping waste, tightening spending, and keeping tax burdens manageable while preserving educational

  
  

In their joint statement, they emphasize that “Franklin families should not have to choose between great schools and reasonable taxes. We can and must have both.”

Why This Slate Can Make a Difference

• Science-Driven Efficiency (Czebotar) — With deep roots in process optimization and problem-solving, Czebotar brings analytical rigor to budget review that can translate into tangible savings.

• Data and Outcomes Focus (Villuri) — Villuri’s background in education management and math equips her to align spending with measurable student achievement.

• Experienced Fiscal Stewardship (Barrier) — Barrier’s service record and academic experience position her to promote clarity, responsibility, and community trust in how funds are allocated.

  
  

Bottom Line

“How Franklin Can Do More With Less” isn’t just a slogan—it’s a promise grounded in expertise. Martin Czebotar, Nita Villuri, and Catherine Barrier aim to stretch every dollar to its maximum potential—fortifying classrooms, empowering educators, and easing the financial load on families. It’s a balanced roadmap for an effective, transparent, and affordable future for Franklin schools.