Meet the Candidates

We are two Democrats and two Republicans-- a financial planner, a teacher, a business owner, and a social worker-- running for school board in the Elizabethtown Area School District. We will work together to find solutions that benefit all students, teachers, and taxpayers. 

Bruce Kleindienst, Candidate for Elizabethtown Area School District

Bruce Kleindienst

Bruce and his wife moved to Elizabethtown three years ago to be near their two daughters and grandchildren who also live in town. He has been a financial planner for 34 years. As a lifelong Republican, Bruce has been an active voter and community member. He has served on several community boards including President of a local soup kitchen. Bruce is active in Elizabethtown attending school and boro council meetings, serving at Echos, and as a member of the Train Guys. As a former industrial arts teacher, he knows and understands the value of a strong school system for a vital community.  

Kristy Moore, Candidate for Elizabethtown Area School Board

Kristy Moore

Kristy has dedicated her career to public education. She earned a bachelor's degree in English/Secondary Education from King's College and a Master's in Educational Development and Strategies from Wilkes University. She is currently pursuing a second Master's in Gifted Education at Millersville University. With 19 years of teaching experience, Kristy has worked in four Pennsylvania school districts and is currently employed in a neighboring Lancaster County district. Since 2017, she has lived in Mount Joy Township with her husband and two children—one at Bear Creek, where she is an active PTO member, and one in middle school. She enjoys cheering on her kids in GEARS youth basketball, Upward flag football, and school concerts. In her free time, she knits and crochets baby blankets, reads, and gardens.

Steve Stouffer, Candidate for Elizabethtown Area School Board

Steve Stouffer

Steve and his wife Jan have lived in Elizabethtown for forty-five years, and have many family roots in our community.   Steve graduated from Chambersburg High School as well as the Penn State University.  Professionally, Steve has managed hundreds of people at one time and has been responsible for millions of dollars annually.   He has served on numerous boards and organizations in our community, and has experience in the HR field, as well as legal, training, marketing, real estate, and efficiencies.  Steve is very connected into our community, experienced professionally, and personally dedicated to serving on the Elizabethtown School Board.  

Sarah Zeiders, Candidate for Elizabethtown Area School Board

Sarah Zeiders

Sarah is a lifelong resident of Lancaster county. She graduated from California University of PA with her Bachelors of Social Work and earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Temple University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years experience in the mental health field, including assisting at risk children, teens, and families. Sarah and her husband moved to Elizabethtown in 2004 to raise their family. She is the proud parent of 3 students and one Etown graduate. She’s an active volunteer with the Elizabethtown Music Club and can be found cheering for her kids at various music performances and sporting events. Go Bears!