I believe that the West Contra Costa Unified School District deserves someone with a clear vision and the courage to be held accountable for student achievement.

My goals for improving student achievement are to:

• Reduce the drop-out rate.
• Close the achievement gap.
• Restore civility and accountability to the dealings of the school board.
• Increase student literacy.
• Increase college-going rates.

As the father of two daughters, one just starting kindergarten at Valley View Elementary, I am committed to making sure every child has the same opportunity to succeed that I had. I have more than 15 years experience working in youth and nonprofit causes to help improve education and provide job training and opportunity for youth.

Richmond City Councilmember
• Council liaison to the West Contra Costa Unified School District
• Council liaison to the Richmond Youth Commission
• Council liaison to the Workforce Investment Board

Advocated for a Richmond workforce housing program to support teacher recruitment.

Created paid internships for Richmond High School students to keep students in school.

Served on the West Contra Cost Public Education Fund Board of Directors providing teacher and volunteer recognition, grants for student enrichment programs and innovative after school activities, and student scholarships.

Endorsed by

United Teachers of Richmond, CTA/NEA
Congressman George Miller
Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher
Assemblymember Loni Hancock
Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia
West Contra Costa Unified School District Board Members Audrey Miles and Dave Brown
Contra Costa County Democratic Party Central Committee
El Cerrito Democratic Club