Candidate for
Board Member; Soquel Union Elementary School District

Endorsements

"As a former school board member and current member of the legislature working on improving the education system in California, I know how critical it is for school board members to understand the complexities of the education system and be able to work collaboratively within their community. No one is better suited to these important tasks than Amanda."

Mark Stone, California State Assemblymember

Bill Monning, California State Senator

Phil Wowak, Santa Cruz County Sheriff

John Leopold, County Supervisor
Zach Friend, County Supervisor
Soquel Educators Association (SUESD teachers' union, local chapter of the CTA and the NEA)
CSEA (SUESD classified staff union)
Democratic Women's Club of Santa Cruz County
Fred Keeley, Santa Cruz County Treasurer

Sandra Wallace, Soquel Union Elementary School District Board President
Phil Rodriguez, Judy McGooden & Tory DelFavero, SUESD Board Members

Patty Threet, Santa Cruz City Schools Board President
Kim de Serpa, Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board President
George Wylie, San Lorenzo Valley USD School Board
Cynthia Hawthorne, President, Santa Cruz County School Boards Association
Allison Niday, Former SVUSD Trustee, Co-Founder, Santa Cruz County School Boards Association
Sue Roth, Vice President, Scotts Valley Unified School District
Rose Filicetti, former School Board President, Mountain View Whisman School District
Ted Donnelly, Past Soquel District Trustee & Parent
Ken Wagman, Santa Cruz City Schools Trustee

Sam Storey, Capitola Mayor
Ed Bottorff, Capitola City Council Member
Stephanie Harlan, Capitola City Council Member
Dennis Norton, Capitola City Council member
Susan Westman, Former Capitola City Manager

Cynthia Mathews, Santa Cruz City Council member
Ryan Coonerty, Candidate, County Supervisor, 3rd District
David Green Baskin, Chairperson, Santa Cruz City Water Commission

"Amanda is an experienced leader and a person I can count on to find common ground and make difficult decisions when it is in the best interest of all students in the district."

Gayle Ortiz, Owner Gayle's Bakery

Casey Coonerty Protti, owner, Bookshop Santa Cruz

"Amanda is thoughtful, positive, and committed. She works collaboratively, and has already proved herself an excellent Board Member. Her background is an asset to the children, teachers and parents of the District."

Sheila and Jerry De Lany, Owners Blind Pilot Jewelers

Christie Donaldson, New Brighton Middle School Foundation President
Wendy Young, Soquel Elementary Home & School Club President
Whitney Phillips, Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Home & School Club President
John Cannon & Chris Hadland, Main Street Elementary School: FOMS co-presidents

Laura Wickman, Main Street Elementary School Site Council President

"The Soquel Unified Elementary School District will benefit from Amanda's experience, clear goals and direction. When Amanda wins this election, the kids, teachers, administrators and parents win too! I endorse Amanda Jackson Miller for a seat on the SUESD School Board."

Niels Kisling, Soquel Elementary School Site Council President

Melanie Mow Schumacher, Parent, Soquel School School Site Council Representative

"I believe Amanda has our school districts interests at heart. My endorsement for her is due to her outstanding commitment to our children's education."

Christy Hadland, Main Street Elementary School Site Council

"Serving as parents on the School Site Council at Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School, we get a unique insight into the district's financial situation. We know better than most that without the yearly hard work and sacrifice of a small group of exceptionally-dedicated parents, our school would be without funds for art and music instruction and library staff.

Amanda Jackson Miller is one of those exceptional parents, and we owe much to her unfailing commitment and determination. She continuously impresses us with the programs and innovations she brings to our school, along with her integrity and skill for both collaboration and leadership. She is intelligent, professional, enthusiastic, and amazingly energetic. It's no wonder she has an outstanding relationship with school and district staff, the other parents, and all the kids.

Amanda brings a level of caring, organization, and fiscal responsibility that is greatly needed on our Soquel Union School Board. We can't think of a better candidate and we endorse her whole-heartedly and without reservation. We trust Amanda with our children's education and safety, and we trust her with our votes."

Steven Parker, Chairperson
Jennifer Wallace Canobbio, Parent Member
Jolie Downs, Parent Member
Louisa Rowland, Parent Member
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School Site Council

Molly Deich, Teacher, New Brighton Middle School
Jennifer Field, Teacher

"Amanda is the informed, positive, and constructive choice for school board. I encourage every district voter to cast their ballot for her!"

Dave Brodkey, Teacher

Leah Mendez, Teacher and Parent
Mark Swindell, Teacher
Ann Wilson, Teacher and Parent
Karen Sanderson, Teacher and Soquel resident
Iris Strong, District Office empolyee and Parent
Annie Chapin, retired teacher

"As former principal of Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School, I had the extreme pleasure of working closely with Amanda, as she was an active parent and Home School Club officer. Amanda is amazing! She is a reliable and highly capable team player, working smart and tirelessly for the benefit of ALL students and families in the community. Amanda sees the big picture, but knows how to do the detail work necessary to achieve big goals. SUESD is very fortunate to have a candidate like Amanda, willing to take on the important responsibility of School Board Trustee. "

Molly Whiteley, Former Principal, Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School
Community Endorsements

Bill Maxfield, Parent, Business Owner

"I have known Amanda for several years and worked with her at our children's elementary school. I know she is a dedicated worker and parent and will be a great asset to our school district."

Lisa Thorn, Parent

Gail Michaelis-Ow, Community Member

"Amanda is about our kids and grandkids. She has already compiled a strong record of volunteer involvement and leadership at Santa Cruz Gardens and in her children's classrooms. She walks the walk. There is a delicate balance between District finances and a consistent quality education for our kids. Amanda understands that critical balance."

Nels Westman, District Grandparent

Al & Marian Carlson, Teacher & Retired Santa Clara Co. Assessor

"I worked with Amanda for several years in our Home & School Club. She is a great leader and organizer. She cares deeply about education and is a wonderful parent. Amanda would be a valuable addition to any school board."

Susy Gans, Parent

Toni Campbell, Professor

"I believe Amanda will be a great School Board Trustee working on behalf of our school community. She is willing to listen, work hard, and cares about our children!"

Caren Spencer, Ed. advocate-business owner

Darren Davison, Soquel resident/Self-employed
Peter Isbister, Attorney
Marije Miller, Parent

"I've lived in this area for 15+ years and owned and operated my own local business for the past 10 years. I have known Amanda both personally and professionally for the past 8+ years. She is a devoted mother who has always been committed to improving our public education system and the kind of person who has what it takes to get the job done. Level headed, pragmatic, reliable and passionately devoted to her cause, I can think of no better candidate for this position."

Pascale Wowak, Business Owner

Helen Maslocka, Resident
Branwyn Wagman

"Amanda is a smart, dedicated community leader whose commitment to our children benefits the entire community. Please turn out on June 3, vote for her, and ensure we keep her on our school board!"

Sandy Skees, Co-Founder, 100+ Women Who Care

Carol Fuller

"I'm a parent in the Soquel District and I have known Amanda in a personal manner for over 10 years. She is a dedicated parent and community volunteer. She cares about our schools and the education provided to children who rely on them. I think it is important that anyone who's involved with making decisions about education understands child development and what is happening in the Soquel schools daily. Amanda is involved and interested in the Soquel School District and she willmake a significant addition to the Soquel School Board."

Rosalee Schelstraete, Parent and former Early Childhood Educator

Kerith Koontz, Parent
Marie L. Cubillas
Richelle Noroyan

"Amanda has my vote: since I've known her, she's been a tireless advocate for improving public education and enriching our local community."

Ursula Oberg, Parent

Paul Elerick
Allison Endert
Gabrielle Ravina, Veterinarian, Soquel school district parent
Mary Amanda Behe, Administrative Law Judge (retired)