Candidate for
County Superintendent of Schools; County of Contra Costa

• As your next county superintendent I will continue to grow our professional development services for districts on critical topics such as Common Core State Standards, Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) education, technology implementation, Transitional Kindergarten, and Early Childhood education.
• As your county superintendent I will provide ongoing resources related to Personnel issues, funding, and policy implementation.
• As your county superintendent I will ensure that the county office continues to maintain strong partnerships with districts, higher education, business and industry partners, professional organizations and our legislators.
• As your county superintendent I will l continue fiscally responsible practices, and continue to provide support and oversight for districts.

I see the opportunity for new ideas and innovation 1) As your county superintendent I will support Early Learning from preschool through third grade; 2) As your county superintendent I will increase partnerships with industry and higher education so we can improve access to college and career pathways; 3) As your county superintendent I will expand the use of technology to support 21st Century Learning; and 4) As your county superintendent I will offer resources and support to ensure school safety, including support for students with social-emotional and behavioral needs.

I've devoted most of my life to education and I know that my work is not yet done.

I will create a renowned County Office of Education which will become the very best number one provider in

• Fiscal oversight
• Human Resource Consultation
• Curriculum Development and Training
• Technology Implementation Contra Costa County Office of Education will become the foremost provider for the 18 school districts in Contra Costa County under my leadership as your next Superintendent of Schools.