As a parent (of four AUSD students), educator and committed volunteer throughout Alameda Unified School District, I have experienced in-depth and in-person the critical isssues facing AUSD.  My experience, as a substitute teacher in virtually every AUSD school, Alameda PTA Council President, and an attorney, positions me uniquely to bring a fresh perspective to the School Board.  I am prepared to tackle the quality-of-education, equity and fiscal challenges facing us and represent a broad range of interests.

As PTA Council's President, 2006-2008, I organized unprecedented lobbying efforts for educational funding (trips to Sacramento, letter campaign and community rallies).  Through my leadership, every school obtained State Garden Grants and PTA Council spearheaded the Save Our Music effort.  I advocated for World Languages, electives, health and safety issues, and facility improvements.  Council joined community efforts (Kids' Chalk Art Project, Miracle League and Food Bank).

My legal background enables me to ask key questions, research viable solutions and negotiate agreeable outcomes.  My extensive background working for our schools and my empathy for each child is needed to face the District's challenges.

I pledge to tackle the District’s quality-of-education, equity and fiscal challenges and ensure that I will seek a broad range of community input to my decisions. 

I would be honored to have your support.

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Sincereley,

Trish