A PUSD THAT WORKS FOR EVERYONE

For more than 30 years, I have been committed to Pasadena Unified. I grew up in Pasadena, attended PUSD schools, and later spent 14 years working in the district. I was a PUSD parent, current grandparent, and today I am honored to represent the students, families, and community of District 3 on the Board of Education.

I have experienced PUSD as a student, an employee, a parent, and a Board member. I understand what it means to learn in a classroom, work behind the scenes to support a school, advocate for students, families and employees, and the challenges of having to make difficult decisions on behalf of our school community.

Those experiences have shaped my belief that a strong School Board builds a strong district, one that works for every student, family, and employee. It must listen to students, communicate openly and honestly with families, and ensure educators and staff have the support they need to help every child succeed. Our community deserves experienced, accountable leadership that listens, follows through, and delivers meaningful results.

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I am running for reelection because there is much more work to do, and because our students, families, and employees deserve transparent leadership that is experienced, and is committed to creating positive change.

 

THREE PRIORITIES. ONE PURPOSE.

Elevating Student Voice

Students should have a real voice in the decisions that shape their schools and their education. I will continue working to ensure that every student is heard, especially those whose experiences and perspectives have too often been overlooked. This means creating meaningful ways for students to share their ideas, listening carefully, and making sure their input helps guide the policies and programs that affect them.

 

When students know their voices matter, they feel valued, respected, and more connected to their schools, and that helps create the conditions for every student to succeed.

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Accountability

Public education is a public trust. Families and community members deserve leaders who communicate clearly, welcome tough questions, and take responsibility for the decisions they make.

I will continue to work towards improving accountability, advocating for honest communication; careful stewardship of district resources; and a School district that is accessible and accountable to our students. 

Accountability is more than explaining a decision after it is made. It means being transparent about the challenges we face, and following through on our commitments to students, families, and the entire school community.

Prioritizing the Classroom 

At the heart of every decision should be one question: How will this help every student succeed?

Our classrooms are where PUSD’s mission comes to life. Students need access to strong programs, culturally relevant curriculum, supportive services, smaller class sizes in the lower grades, and safe, engaging learning environments. Teachers need the resources, support, and working conditions that allow them to focus on teaching and helping every student reach their potential.

Having worked in PUSD, I know student success depends on an entire team, not just the teacher in front of the classroom. Classified professionals, counselors, administrators, and support staff all play an essential role in helping students learn, grow, and thrive.

I will continue advocating for responsible investments, policies, and programs that strengthen our classrooms and keep student learning at the center of every decision. Every dollar we spend and every policy we adopt should improve the educational experience our students receive each day.
 

LISTENING. LEADING. DELIVERING.

District 3 deserves a Board member who shows up, listens, and does the work.
Our schools belong to the students who walk through their doors each morning; the teachers and staff who support them every day; the families who entrust us with their children; and the community that believes public education is worth investing in.

I will continue standing up for our students and the people who serve them. I will continue working to ensure every voice matters, every decision is transparent and accountable, and every classroom has the support it needs. 

I am looking forward to continuing my service to PUSD District 3 as your School Board representative.

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