Issue link: http://educator.cta.org/i/1035650
RUTH LUEVAND Bonita Unified Teachers Association; 18-year educa- tor currently teaching high school AP Chemistry and Honors Chemistry. What: Candidate for Mt. San Antonio College Board of Trustees, District 2; endorsed by BUTA and Mt. SAC Faculty Association. Why: "I am a passionate advocate for public education. I have served in leadership roles within CTA, NEA and my local chapter. As a full- time teacher, I interact with students, teachers, parents, administrators and community members on a daily basis. One of my strengths is bringing together different groups of people and coming to con- sensus on what is in the best interests of our students and the community. "My motivation to run is based on a desire to give back to the community, share my expertise, and create an engaging and collaborative community college environment that best supports all students while remaining fiscally solvent." How: "I am participating in community events, attending political events, launching social media videos, doing phone calls, going door-to-door. " The Mt. SAC Faculty Association endorsement comes with both financial and member support for canvassing and direct mailing. I am receiving support from CTA/NEA, for example in ABC funds through the Mt. SAC Faculty Association endorsement." MARCO AMARAL Sweetwater Education Association (SEA); has taught high school special education for two years. What: Candidate for South Bay Union District Board of Trustees; endorsed by Southwest Teach- ers Association (SWTA; SEA does not endorse outside of its own school board races). Why: " This run is an extension of the movement for a dignified and just education system. Public schools are the most important public institution in any democracy. Edu- cation should serve as a tool to teach fundamental community lessons and values such as solidarity, compassion and love. This is about the kids, that we take the time and effort to see the humanity of each student, not their production value as measured by standardized tests. "My goals: provide competitive salaries for all unionized workers, a world-class special education program that values all stakeholders, and cultural competency training for all district employees." How: "We are using social media to promote our platform. We are knocking on doors to seek support. "SEA members are helping with volunteers for our precinct walks. SWTA has committed to phone banking and precinct walking. We received CTA ABC funding through the SWTA campaign plan." " One of my strengths is bringing together different groups of people and coming to consensus on what is in the best interests of our students and the community." — Ruth Luevand 39 O C T O B E R / N O V E M B E R 2 018 Luevand Amaral