Issue link: http://educator.cta.org/i/1527898
Santa Clara Service Center Council was the starting point for many members' canvassing efforts in September. The group included CTA Board Member Maripaz Berlin, and leaders from Campbell Elementary Teachers Assn., San Jose Teachers Assn., Franklin McKinley Education Assn., Palo Alto Educators Assn. and United Teachers of Santa Clara. "I'm out walking to support our candidates for the Palo Alto Board of Education. They want change and we need change, including more transparency and listening to our community." —Teri Baldwin, Palo Alto Educators Assn. President "We're walking for Measure R for appropriate funding for our schools. Our schools are lacking in facilities, including electric, HVAC, fencing and security cameras. Measure R will help us get the safe schools that our students deserve." —Melissa Urbain, San Jose Teachers Assn. Vice President "I am voting for Jen Brookover because she is going to prioritize our students over politics and that's what we need in this district." —Colleen Crowe, Rocklin Teachers Professional Assn. "I'm out here walking for school board because my family really wants to elect a school board candidate who takes politics outside of the classroom." —Aiden, Rocklin High School student 34 cta.org Election 2024