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Cathy Regan
10262 votes
20.37%
- Occupation: Oceanside Unified Teacher
- 17 years on EUSD Board, 4 years as Board President
- B. S. in Education, St John/Ursuline College
- Master's in Education in progress, National University
- PTA President, La Costa Heights
- Board Member, Encinitas Educational Foundation
- Commissioner, Carlsbad Parks & Recreation
Priorities:
- Raising student achievement so all students meet or exceed state standards
- Generating revenue from the Pacific View property for music and P E programs
- Training teachers on integrating technology and meeting the needs of all students
Marla W. Strich
9561 votes
18.97%
- Occupation: Incumbent
- Two terms on EUSD board
- Served as Board President, Vice President and Clerk
- Masters in Social Work, USC
- B.A., Northwestern University
- School Site Council Chairperson-Ocean Knoll and San Dieguito Academy High School
- Legislative Action and Strategic Planning Committees, EUSD and San Dieguito Union High School District
Priorities:
- Student achievement and closing the achievement gap for English language learners
- Managing the financial assets of the district for the benefit of all students in the district
- Implementation of the district's wellness policy to ensure a healthy future for all our students
William A. "Bill" Parker
9355 votes
18.57%
- Occupation: Incumbent/Teacher/Parent
- I am running for my third, four-year term serving as a trustee for the Encinitas Union School District.
- EUSD School Board Member, Board President, Special Education Teacher 27 years, School Improvement Program Coordinator, Chairman Legislative Action Co
- UCSB: BS, USC: Multiple Subjects and Severely Handicapped Specialist's Credentials, National University: Administrative Credential, CSUSM Mild Moderat
- EUSD School Board Member, Board President, Special Education Teacher 27 years, School Improvement Program Coordinator, Chairman Legislative Action Com
Priorities:
- Excellence: Encinitas's test scores are among the highest in the country. This year, three schools were chosen as California's Distinguished Schools.
- Asset Management: EUSD historically has been one of the lowest funded districts in San Diego County, yet it continues to outperform many other higher
- Continue Our Success: This year we are launching a comprehensive "Student Wellness Policy," designing Early Childhood Education programs and services,
Bruce Bishop
6810 votes
13.51%
- Occupation: teacher/college administrator
- Certified Parliamentarian, American Institute of Parliamentarians
- Certified Master Advisor, National Council for Leadership Development
- Former Board Member, La Costa Valley Association
- Board Member, St. Moritz Villas Association, Mammoth Lakes, California
- Parliamentarian, Rancho Santa Fe Association
- 30 years experience working in higher education
Priorities:
- Enrollment management: preparing for fluctuating enrollment trends within the district
- Responsive to constituents: listen and respond to the concerns of parents and voters within the district
- Maximize professional growth opportunities for district employees
Maureen "Mo" Muir
6699 votes
13.29%
- Occupation: Business Person/Parent/Community Volunteer
- Bachelor of Science in Political Science, USD
- School Volunteer
- PTA member
- Parent of Kindergardener
- Past Board Member of Northview HOA (Encinitas)
Priorities:
- Higher Academic Achievement. (Improve All Scores)
- Facility Improvements (Safe, Clean)
- Fiscal & Educational Accountability (NO NEW TAXES)
Nina Vitenson
4759 votes
9.44%
- Occupation: Mother
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Management
- Married, with 2 children enrolled in the Encinitas Union School District
- PTA Vice President of Programs
Priorities:
- We should have better schools in Encinitas--comparable to the best in the state.
- Better locally-trained teachers: excellent teachers generate capable, successful students.
- Will strongly support more choices for district parents: more GATE/Gifted programs, Charter schools, Magnet schools.
Kim L. Rendler
2943 votes
5.84%
- Occupation: Physical Therapist Assistant specializing in Pediatrics
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Nutrition, Fitness & Health
- Mother of two children in the EUSD, ages 11 and 5
Priorities:
- Improve academic performance by implementing scientifically supported teaching programs with quality training and support for teachers
- Close the achievement gap by creating a Response to Instruction Discrepancy model to identify children who need more help
- Provide an educational environment where parents are treated with respect by collaborating as a team to develop diverse educational plans
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Official Information
- Encinitas Union School District
District Statistics
- California Department of Education
- GreatSchools.Net
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