Saddleback Valley Unified School District Governing Board Member, Trustee Area 5
What does this office do?
- Setting the school district's budget and hiring the superintendent
- Deciding which schools open, close, or get rebuilt
- Approving curriculum, calendars, and teacher contracts
Affects: Government Efficiency, Government Spending Reduction, Public Safety and Crime Control,
Candidates:
Nonpartisan
Edgar Montes is an educator with over 23 years as a school counselor, administrator, and nonprofit executive, and holds a doctorate in education from USC. His priorities are helping every student grow academically, socially, and emotionally, and making sure families and educators are heard.
Records: Public Education Quality 2 for
Nonpartisan
Kris Spowart is a community volunteer who has spent 16 years as a parent volunteer, PTA leader, and chair of the district's special education parent advisory committee. Her priorities are keeping students at the center of decisions and close teamwork between schools and families.
Records: Public Education Quality 2 for
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