Why I’m Running

As a life-long Orange County resident, dedicated teacher, and Community College Trustee, I understand the crucial role our colleges play in our communities and students’ success. Our community colleges must address the needs of all students, whether pursuing degrees, transferring to four-year universities, seeking technical training and career advancement, retraining for new jobs, or engaging in life-long learning. Our colleges must also collaborate with local businesses to adapt to changing employment demands.

To effectively serve our students and community, Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College must be fiscally responsible, efficient, and accessible. As your Trustee, I have ensured that our colleges are:

Fiscally accountable, maintaining excellence without new taxes, and keeping our tax dollars focused on the classroom.

Effective, serving our communities, local businesses, and students pursuing certificates, degrees, transfers, technical and career training, job retraining, and life-long learning.

Accessible, providing quality education without excessive college fees.

I am proud to have supported many students in achieving their goals in middle school classrooms and aspire to continue addressing the needs of our community college students. I am committed to enhancing our already excellent local community colleges and look forward to continuing my service. I hope to earn your vote.