Candidate for
Board Member; Acalanes Union High School District; 4 Year Term

Six years ago my family moved to the Bay Area, and we chose the Lamorinda area largely because of the quality of its schools. Our four children, who have different learning styles and needs, have attended two of the four schools in the district, providing me with valuable insight on how our schools implement policies and interact with the community. I can appreciate the value and challenges of programs provided to advanced placement, average, and special education students. Additionally, given my 25 years as an educator with a background in curriculum and instruction, classroom experience, work as an education specialist, and a school administrator, I have dealt with and researched 21st Century Learning and student needs and diversity from a variety of perspectives.

Over the years, I volunteered extensively in my children's schools and met many devoted teachers and parents in the community. Recently, as part of the Measure A campaign I was able to work with parent leaders and volunteers through the district who were passionate about making a difference for our children. These experiences inspired me to run for public office for the first time.

At a time when curriculum reform and advancement are coupled with large budget cuts from the state, my background and experience will bring a unique and important perspective to the board. I will continue to collaborate with stakeholders to maintain the highest quality academic and extracurricular programs in a fiscally responsible manner.

Additionally, I am proud to be involved with various community and school organizations. Below are a few such organizations -

Measure A Committee Member; Town Hall Theater Board Member; Lamorinda Idol Committee Member; Friends of Orinda Library Board Member; Miramonte High School Parent Board - MATS Day Chairperson; Miramonte Wrestling Team Mom; Campolindo High School Men's Ensemble Parent Representative; Campolindo High School Sub-Committee Chairperson Joaquin Moraga SITE Council Member Joaquin Moraga Coordinating Council Member Joaquin Moraga Hot Lunch Program Chairperson Allies United for Children Board Member, San Francisco; Youth Treatment and Education Center (YTEC) Board Member, San Francisco; General volunteer at Miramonte H.S and Campolindo H.S. for various events