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Support Candidates Who Champion Public Education

Lift Up Public Schools is committed to educating voters on  candidates who prioritize the success and well-being of all students. Below, explore how each of them is working to strengthen our public schools. 


Click here to learn more about how LUPS supports these candidates and how their values align.

Alameda County

Chabot - Las Positas Community college district

Area 4 - Maria Heredia

Maria L. Heredia was appointed in 2019 to the Chabot-Las Positas Board of Trustees Area 4. Trustee Heredia is currently serving as the CLPCCD Board Secretary and seeking re-election.


To get involved, email Maria at 70plata@gmail.com


Click here to view more information.

Fremont unified School district

Area 4 - Ganesh Balamitran

Ganesh Balamitran, a Fremont resident since 2002, brings over 20 years of volunteer experience with and a strong belief in the power of public education to the local school community. 


To get involved, visit: www.ganesh4fusd.com


Click here to view for more information.

Hayward Unified School District

Austin Bruckner Carrillo

Austin Bruckner Carrillo is a community advocate running for the Hayward Unified School District Board, focused on directing resources to classrooms, improving communication, and supporting students’ emotional needs. 


To get involved, visit: www.brucknercarrillo.com


Click here to view for more information.

Livermore Valley joint unified school district

Tara Boyce

Tara Boyce, a parent and seasoned finance professional is running for school board to prioritize student success and district improvement. 


To get involved, visit: www.taraboyce.com


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Christiaan Vandenheuvel

Christiaan VandenHeuvel, a dedicated community leader with decades of experience, is a highly qualified candidate for the LJVUSD Board of Trustees. 


To get involved, visit: www.vandenheuvelforschoolboard.com


Click here to view for more information.

Newark unified school district

Austin Block

Austin Block, a high school teacher with over seven years of experience, is running for the Newark Unified School District Board.


To get involved, visit: http://block4schoolboard.com


Click here to view for more information.

New Haven unified School district

Area 1 - Jatinder (JP) K. Sahi

Jatinder (JP) Sahi is a passionate community advocate with over 20 years of experience as the CEO of a healthcare non-profit. As a school board candidate, JP is committed to building a brighter future for all students.


To get involved, visit: www.sahi4nhusd.com


Click here to view for more information.

PLEASANTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Area 3 - Donalyn Harris

Donalyn Harris, a longtime Pleasanton leader and advocate, is running for Area 3 Trustee of the Pleasanton Unified School District. 


To get involved, visit: www.harrisforpleasanton.com


Click here to view for more information.

Area 4 - Charlie Jones

Charlie Jones,  a graduate of PUSD, is deeply passionate about the Pleasanton community. As an Area 4 Trustee candidate, Charlie is committed to ensuring every student has access to top-quality education.


To get involved, visit: www.charlieforschoolboard.com


Click here to view for more information.

Sunol Unified School District

Erin Choin

Erin Choin, a parent and substitute teacher at Sunol Glen School, is running for the Sunol School Board with a strong commitment to education and community service. 


To get involved, visit: www.erinforsunol.com


Click here to view for more information.

Contra Costa County

Acalanes union high school district

Paul Chopra

Paul Chopra is a highly qualified candidate for the school board, bringing over 25 years of experience as an accountant in corporate finance and a strong dedication to the local school community. 


To get involved, visit: www.paulchopra.org


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Stacey Schweppe

Stacey Schweppe is a dedicated candidate for the AUHSD Governing Board with over 20 years of service to the school community. 


To get involved, visit: www.schweppe4auhsd.com


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Contra costa community college district

Ward 2 - Diana Honig

Diana Honig, a dedicated disability rights attorney and community leader, is running for the Contra Costa Community College District Board in Ward 2. 


To get involved, visit: www.dianahonig.org


Click here to view for more information.

Mt. Diablo Unified School District

May Patel

May Patel is a committed candidate for the Mt. Diablo Unified School District Board with over 20 years of community service. 


To get involved, visit: www.may4mdusd.com


Click here to view for more information.

san ramon valley unified school district

Area 2 - Shelley Clark

Shelley Clark is seeking re-election to the San Ramon Valley Unified School District’s Board of Education, where she has served as a Trustee for the past four years. 


To get involved, visit: www.shelleyforsrvusd.org


Click here to view for more information.

Area 3 - Laura Bratt

Laura Bratt is seeking re-election to the San Ramon Valley Unified School District’s Board of Education, where she has served as a Trustee since 2020. 


To get involved, visit: www.votelaurabratt.com


Click here to view for more information.

Are You Registered to Vote?

At LUPS, we believe that strong communities begin with active participation in the democratic process. Whether you're voting for school board members or otherwise, your vote helps shape the future of public education. Take a moment to register to vote or check your voter status—it’s quick and easy! 

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Disclaimer: Lift Up Public Schools (LUPS) is a coalition of civic education, partisan and non-partisan organizations and their members, that does not endorse candidates. LUPS educates voters (and potential volunteers) about pro-public education candidates and campaigns that align with our mission and values.


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