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Application for Provisional Appointment to the La Mesa-Spring Valley Board of Education

Thi Application i a Pub lic Record

The Appointee wi ll hold office unti l the next Govern ing Board Member E lection, which occur at the next Statewide Gene ral Election on

ovembe r 6, 20 18 [EC 5091(e)]

Qualifications : Applicant mu t be a regi tered voter and a re ident of the La Me a- pring Valley School Di trict. An employee of a chool di trict may not be worn into office a an elected or appointed member of that chool di trict' governing board unle and unt il he or he re ign a an employee. (EC § 35107)

Cenification of qualification on page 5 mu t be igned by the applicant.

Application Deadline : Thi application mu t be received by the Secretary to the Board/Superintenden t no later than Mo nday, J uly 24, 2017, at 4:45 p.m. and may be mailed, faxed, or hand-delivered to:

(Plea e type or print)

ame Sasson La l

Brian Mar ball ecretary to the La Mesa - pring Valley Boa rd of Education

4750 Date A venue, La M a, CA 91942 Phone: 619-668-5700

Fax: 619-668-4619

Ann Middle

Rebekah Fir t

Addre __ ___ _____ C_A_9_1_9_4_1 Street City State/Zip Code

Te lephone Numbe r : Home ( ) Bu ines ( )

Year of Residence in the La Me a- pring Valley School Di trict _1_ 1_/_2_y_e_a_rs __ _ ___ _

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Q ua lificat ions

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De cribe your educational, work and public service background.

I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biblical Theology from Calvary Chapel Bible College. Before that, I attended the University of Georgia and majored in Special Education, but partway lhrough my first year, I had to wilhdraw from my classes due to an illness lhat affected my classes and jobs. Currently, I work at Foothills Christian Church as an Administrative Assistant , as well as an Event Coordinator. I hav e worked at Foothills since August of 2015. Before that, my employment ranged from Home Child Care, to Geriatric Care, Customer Service, and Hospitality at the Hotel Del Coronado. I have been invo lved in several civic volunteer positions, including the Hands of Hope free Health Clinic in Atlanta, as well as several humanitar ian trips to Guatemala and the Dominican Republic. During high school I participated in Habitat for Humanity, in which I assis ted building homes for families in need. While in my firs t year of college I worked as a Congressional Intern for U.S. Congressman Paul Broun, of Georgia 's 10th Congressional District, and soon after that was a 2nd grade Teacher's Aide at Strong Rock Christian School. While in college , I also volunteered in the hospitality department at Calvary Chapel Conference Center, where I gained experience as a barista, server, and a secretary / assistant in the Admissions Department of the Bible College. I have coordinated and participated in multiple homeless outreac hes, both here in San Diego and in Atlanta, and am currently involve d and volunteering in the East County Homeless Task Force. My husband and I also voluntee r as teachers in a Sunday school class at Foothills Christian Church. Recently I graduated from the year-long East County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program, where my Future Vision Project Team created a mobile website/texting application to bring all East County homelessness resources to one easily accessible location, therefore easing the strain on First Responder departments (Fire Departments, Police Departments,

Health/Medical Departments & Responders, etc.) .

What kill , abilitie , and ex peri ence wo uld you brin g to the Board to a i t in carry in g out ics re pon ibilitie ?

As an event coordinator, I need to be capable of planning my events according to a budget, but also as one of the most active event coordinators at Foothills, I also have to set the budget according to any current financial status of the corporation. Ther efore, not only do I have the competency of planning events within a budget, I am a lso highly proficient in forming a budget according to a comprehensive understanding of funds available to me, as we ll as maintaining an und erstanding of a corporation's finances. Finances are a major part of any civic Board, and I have learne d that a balanced budget is paramount to board unity. I am accustome d to maintaining a flexible budget while adjusting and appropriating funds to remai n within the constraints of the budget. I also have developed the capabi lity of seeing the bigger picture and making wise financia l decisions in conjunction and harm onization with othe rs who are dedicated to making the best decisions for a corporation.

Although I have much less professional expe rience th an others on the school board, I can offer a diversity of experience. Not on ly will I be able to glean wis dom of experience from others on the boa rd , but I wi ll also bring a perspective that is highly immersed in adapting quickly and flexibly to today's rapidly changing and evo lving cultur e. Because of my yout h, and my exposure to social media and technology, I understand its effect on yo uth, business, and financia l matters as well as its effect on the education system.

My degree in Theology has enabled me to understand the difference between the #lette r of the lawH and the "spiri t of th e law." My degree is one that immersed me into a culture of ethics. I believe my character rests on a strong et hical foundation, and provides me the ability to accurately determine the fundamental ethics of decision making. Therefore, to introduce a law for the education system based on the "letter of the law", meaning to institute a law constructe d on the keeping of the lite ral interpretation of the words, could in fact hold detrimental conseq uences un foresee n, un less the "spirit of the law" is taken into account in the creatio n of the law. Someone who understands th e #spirit of the law# and the "letter of the law# 1s able to contem plate such consequences, and th erefore allow the spirit of the law to influence the creation of laws, and ultimalely decisions made by the La Mesa Spring Valley School Board.

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3. List your involvement in the schools of La Mesa-Spring Valley (member hip on commjnee and/or organization , offices held, volunteer work, etc.).

I am not directly involved in the schools of La Mesa-Spring Valley; however, I am a member of the Leadership Justice group, which is a Future Vision Project Team created by the Leadership Program from the East County Chamber of Commerce. Our team designed a mobile website to collect all resources available to the homeless (and to the community for homelessness), in tended to ease the strain on the justice system's resources (financially and operationally). Our progress has received favorable recognition not only from East County, but also from the County of San Diego, along with funding from the City of El Cajon. Homeless youth account for 2500 students out of the 20,000 plus students enrolled in the Grossmont Union High School District One of our initial goals for this project ( called ConnectEC) is to institute it in East County schools through the distribution of the silicone wristbands (which have the website and short code texting number inscribed on them) to distrib ute to those students (through the counseling departments) who are either homeless or at-risk homeless. We believe our mobile website, short code, and website can affect the situations and quality of life of those who are homeless or on the verge of homelessness, which includes the families and students of the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District

4. State briefly your phjlosophy of publ ic education.

Public education is the front-line force on the shaping of future generations of the United States. As elementary, middle, and high school education are required for youth who live in the United States, public education is one of the most readily accessible resources to the youth . Public education promotes educational practices to the majority of America's young people, as well as creates an environment rich in cultura l, socio-economic, and gender diversity. Exposure to diversity in these areas can help shape an individual student into a well-rounded, productive, intelligent member of society. Public education also influences the qua lity of life in each student, as well as their family. It allows access to education to those families that may not have had access otherwise. Public education helps grow young students and stimulate their minds in ways necessary to grow as a healthy individual and positive contributor to society.

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5. Li t, in order of importance, the major i ue confronting public education and pecifically the La Me a-Spring Valley chool Di trict.

1. Continued purposeful integration of new students into schools due to refugee status; especially addition of ESL classes

2. Homelessness among students and families

6. A a Board member how would you determine the priori tie of the Di trict?

Priorities, first and foremost. come from the expressed concerns of those parents, teachers, staff, and stud ents in the DislricL Sometimes, problems are not known unless they are brought to the attention of those on the Board. I would determine priorities based upon what was brought to my attention/t he Board's attention by concerned citizens in the district, and also upon followmg up personally about expressed concerns. Secondly, priorities are best determined in unanimous decision wi th other Board Members, according to the best in terests of the district and its consti tuents.

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7. Why do you wi h to erve on the Board and what do you hope to accompli h?

My desire to serve on the Board is based out of a desire to see the city in which I live, thrive. The health of a community is often see n in the well-being of its children and young people. I believe that I have the heart, intelligence, and dedication to effective ly contribute to the Board , serving and working alongside the other Board members , in order to support the school district and endeavor to help our schoo ls and youth nourish. lf appointed, I hope to accomplish serving the school distri ct and its members in the best ways possib le, in congruence with other Board members. My goa l is not to come onto the Board with all my own ideas and fight to introduce them to the schoo l district; rather, my goa l is to come alongside th e other Board members and parents , teachers , staff, and students of the La Mesa-S pring Valley School District and work to continue to increase the already existing distinction and repute of the La Mesa-Spring Valley Schools. As Madeleine L 'Engle said, "One cannot be humble and aware of oneself at the same time."

I under tand, upon appo intment, I wou ld be required to file a Co nflict of lntere t Statement and to take an

Oath of Office.

I ane t the forego ing information i true to the be t of my knowledge.

Signature of Applicant

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Certification of Qualifications :

I understand that thi applicatio n i a public document and may be requested under provi ion of the Publi c Record Act and/or be available to the public on the La Me a-Spring Valle y chool District web site.

I under tand that, upon appoin tment, I would be required to file a Confli ct of Interes t tatement and take an Oath of Office .

I cenify I am not di qualified to hold thi office becau e of a convict ion of any of the crimes on the attac hed Ii t and further cert ify I am not otherwi e disqua lified from hold ing public office under the Cal ifornia Con titution or statute .

I cen ify I am a reg i tered voter in the La Me a-Spr ing Valley School Distric t and that I re ide within the La Me a-Spring Valley School District boundar ie .

I atte t the forego ing information i true to the bes t of my knowledge.

Signature of Appl icant 01/ w / ~011=

Date 1

Inform atio n contain ed on th i applicatio n may be ubj ect to verificatio n.

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The following i a Ii t of crime , conv ict ion of which preclude a per on from holding public office in the State of California. Conviction of the e crime rende r a per on "forever di qual ified from holding any office in thi tate. "

• Bribing executive officer ( Penal Code§ 67)

• Officer asking or receiving bribes ( Penal Code §§ 68, 88)

• Receiving gra tuity for appointment to office (Penal Code§ 74)

• Judi cial Officer who has asked for or received emoluments, gratui ties, rewards, or the fee of a

stenographer (Penal Code§ 94)

• Giving or offering bribe lO Councilman or Supervisor ( Penal Code § 165)

• Misappropriation of public funds (Penal Code§ 424)

• Interference with work or discipline of, or giving certain articles to prisoners ( Penal Code§

2772)

• Interference with or giving certa in articles to convicts (Penal Code§ 2790)

• Officer making contrac ts in which he or she is interested (Government Code§ 1097)

• Members of the Legislature convicted of any crime (Government Code § 9055)

• Corrupting the voting process ( Election Code § 18501)

Plea e note that, in addition to the above re trictions, Government Code§ 1126 prohibits any local agency officia l fro m engag ing

"in any employment, activ ity, or enterp ri e for co mpensa tion which i incon i tent, incompa tible, in conflict with, or inimical to his or her duties a a local age ncy officer or employee or with the dutie , function s, or re pon ibiliti e of his or her appointing power or the agency by which he or he is employed."

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Work Experience :

Rebekah Ann Basson

Septemb er 2015 - Current : A dmini trative A i tant and Eve nt Coordinator at Foo thill s Chri tian Church

Currently, I am employed full-time as the administrative assistant to the Administrative Pastor, Kevin Miller. This position also includes event coordination for certain events at or with the church. Foothills Christian Church is an active member of the East County Chamber of Commerce; therefore several of the events I plan and execute are done in coordination with the ECCC. As an administrative assistant, I am required to check not only my own message , emails, faxe , mail, etc., but also that of my employer, Kevin Miller. During the day, I attend to whatever business Kevin needs me to, and these tasks range from making phone calls to setting appointments , to running errands, and to helping with any and all administrative work Kevin does. I am also proficient in managing and creating budgets, as well as creating expense reports and weekly service attendance reports.

Jul y 2015 - Septemb er 2015: H oste s - H otel Del Coronado I hostessed for two restaurants at the Hotel Del Coronado: an Artisan Pizzeria and

wine bar, ENO, and also for the hotel's fine dining restauran t, 1500 Ocean. Hostessing required me to arrive before meal times to help the serving staff set the restaurants and prepare for meal service. Once the restaurants opened for service, I greeted each guest, prepared tables for reservations, and coordinated seating so as not to overnrhelm the servers. I was also required to help with inventory of restaurant items, including the wine room, and shutting down after each shift required putting away my hostessing station, helping the servers clear tables of food, dishes, etc. and doing the light conclusive inventory of the night. This position required me to have strong communication skills and exemplary customer service.

Februar y 2015 -M ay 2015 : Marketer/A dmin istrati ve A sista nt - Farmers In urance As a marketer and assistant, I was required to do daily tasks such as checking emails

and messages; serve as receptionist; maintain my agent 's calendar; schedule appointments and coordinate meetings and events for my agent; provide administrative support; make hard and digitized copies and file hard and digitized documents; send faxes and compose packets of insurance information; contact current customers and ensure effective communication, as well as contacting leads and prospective customers; make cold calls; create Excel spreadsheets and mail mergers . The position of assistant also required me to have strong computer skills and a working knowledge of computer programs and systems, including Microsoft Office and Google programs. Much of the insurance business was new to me and therefore required me to learn on my feet and to learn from experience.

Rebekah Ann Basson

May 2012 - Decemb er 2013 : Pri vate In-H ome Childcare (July 2013 - Januar y 2014) I provided in-home childcare for three children , ages

2, 3, and 6. This supervi sion included changi ng diaper , making meal , providing tran sportat ion to and from school for the 3 year old, assisting in school work with the 6 year old, and keeping all three children on-schedule for naps, meals , etc.

(May 2012 - March 2013) I provided in-home chi ldcare for two children, one of which has Down 's syndrome and requires singular supervi ion and special care. I provided transportation for them, made their meal s and as i ted in schoolwork. Taking care of a child with spec ial needs required me to have the ability and willingness to follow direction concerning the chi ld accurately and precise ly, in orde r to make sure all her need s were met and that she thrived and grew in her environment.

March 2013 - Januar y 2014: Pri vate In-H ome Geriatric Care I provided in-h ome care for an elderly woman who had become di abled due to a

stroke and was no longer able to care for herself. General dutie s included gent ly moving her from bed to sitting position, assisting in taking her to the re troom , making meals , attending any pecific need s she had, giving medication , and keeping her on a regular bathroom and sleeping schedule.

Jul y 2011- May 2012: Styl ist -L evi Strauss and Co. As a stylist, I was involved with maintaining product inventory , providing

exemplary custome r assistance, demon strating profes sional courtesy, following directions accurately and precisely , assisting in fashion choices as well as keeping an orderly and clean work area. This position required per sonable, welcoming , and enthusiastic customer serv ice and profess ionalism. I always met or exceeded weekly emplo yee performance quotas and was often commended by supervisors for my contribution to overa ll store produc tivity and emp loyee camaraderie.

Education • Calvary Chapel Bible College, Graduated May 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts

Degree in Theology; GPA 3.8 • Univers ity of Georgia , pursued a Bache lor of Arts in Special Education with a

Teaching Certificate ; GPA 3.65 • Gordon State College , pur sued a Bachelor of Art s Degr ee in History with a

Teaching Certificate; GPA 3.75 • Truett-McConnell College , pursued a Bach elor of Arts Degree in Humaniti es;

GPA3.8

Rebekah Ann Basson

Certificat es, Internships, Awards, and Volunteer Positions

• Senate, Congress ional, County, & State Assembly Recognit ion of Leader hip (2017)

• Graduate of the 2016 -2017 East County Chamber of Commerce Leader hip Program

• Secretary/ Assi tant in Admissions Department at Calvary Chapel Bible College (Feb. 2015 - May 20 15)

• Server at Calvary Chapel Conference Center (Feb. 2014-May 2015) • Volunteer Barista at Calvary Chapel Conference Center's coffee shop, The

Overflowing Cup (May 20 14 - June 2014) • Volunteer Teacher 's Aide for 2nd Grade Class at Strong Rock Christian School

(2013) • Congressional Intern for U.S. Congressman Paul Broun (January 20 11 -

Decembe r 20 11) (Letter of Recommendation available upon reque st) • Short-term Humanitarian Trips to Guatemala and Dominican Republic • Winner of the 2010 Repub lican Women of Henry County Scholarship

Civic Involvement

• East County Chambe r of Commerce Leader ship Program Graduate (August 2016 - June 2017)

• Homeless Task Force (January 2017 - Current) • ConnectEC - A mobi le web ite/texting short code compiling resources for

homelessness available in East County; Est. 2017 • Admini trative involvement in the East County Economic Development Counci l • East County Chamber of Commerce events • Communications Team (Foothi lls Christian Church): Marketing, Promoti on, and

Coordinat ion of all events at and through Foothi lls Christian Church

Events Planned & Coordinated

• Seven ewcomer 's Receptions (approx. 100 people) • Two Mayor Prayer Lunch (2016 & 20 17)- approximately 400 people • Two Church Picnic s (2016 & 20 17) - Planning for 1000 people • Fundrai sers (Winter Youth Benefit 20 15) • Talents Challenge 20 15 (Affected approxima tely 45 homele s people)

Application for Provisional Appointment To the La Mesa-Spring Valley Board of Education

To: Brian Marshall Secretary to the La Mesa-Spring Valley Board of Education 4750 Date Ave., La Mesa, CA 91942

Charles W. Muse La Mesa, CA 91941

Years of Residence in the District - over 50 years

Qualifications

1. Discuss your educationa l, work and public serv ice background .

I hold a BA degree from the University of the Americas in Mexico City. I have three professional designations (Chartered Life Underwriter, Chartered Financial

Consultant, Certified Financial Planner). I held a position in the Finance Department at San Diego State University teaching Risk Management, also as Adjunct Faculty at University of Pheonix teaching Financial Planning. In addition, I hold a teaching credential for Adult Education.

I am retired as the President of GAF Financial Services, a subsidiary of Great American Bank. My career encompused Personal Fincncial Planning as well.

I recent ly completed 12 years as a Director at Helix Water District, serving 6 years in a leadership position. I served for 18 years on the La Mesa Planning Commission. In

addition, I served for 4 years on the Oversight Board for Prop H, and 4 years on the San Diego County Historic Site Board. I am a Founding Director of The Home of Guiding Hands, currently serv ing on its Board of Governors.

2. What skills, abilities, and experiences would you bring to the Board to assist in carrying

out its responsibilities.

In the many positions that I have been involved in, I alw ays rise to a position of leade rship. My leadership skills would certain ly help in reaching crutial decisions that would enhance the policies of the Board fo r the betterment of the District.

3. List your involvement in the schools of La Mesa-Spring Valley (membership on

committees and/or organizations, offices held , volunteer work, etc).

When my child ren were attending schoo l at La Mesa Dale and Lemon Avenue I was

appo int ed by our PTA to be the ir representativ e to the District.

Now our children have children of their own, so my involvement is th rough our church

and my wife's volunteer work. Christ Lutheran Church has adopted La Mesa Dale as a project of help, both financially and through numerous volunteer works. When my children were attending Helix High School, I was President of the Citizen's Advisory Council. Now, I participate by helping in the Senior Projects.

4. State briefly your philosophy of Public Education.

I believe in Local Control and Accountability. All decisions should be based on the best interest of the children. The District is a diversified mix of children and the District is in a unique position of serving the minority base of our community. The teaching model shou ld be based on high student performance, bringing out the best of every student.

Public Education is the foundation of all learning, enhanced with the addition of private schoo ling whether in home schooling, parochial, Charter Schools or private/public academies. I am a proponent of School Choice and an opponent of Common Core.

Inspire learning and respect.

5. List, in order of importance, the major issues confronting public education and specifica lly the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.

Advance the goal that every child should learn every day. Each LMSV student, regardl ess of circumstances, deserves a world -class education.

Advance LMSV as the premie r choice for education in our community. LMSV schools should be the best alternative when parents choose among neighboring districts , nondistrict charter schoo ls, private schools , and home schooling.

Focus on consistently upgrading and innovating programs for special needs students.

Recruit , train, and retain the best principals, teachers and support staff in the County .

Fight fo r fu ll state funding for all of the educational programs. Plan for the inevitable downturns in state funding. Manage new technology in teaching and communicating with parents.

Prudently maintain each campus, the administration buildings, the maintenance facilities and equipment.

Manage the crisis in pension funding fo r CALSTRS and CALPERS employees and retirees.

6. As a Board member, how would I determine the priorities of the District.

All priorities should be set with the students in mind . The Board should organize its efforts to give each student a world -class education and commit that every student , regardless of circumstances, is learning every day.

Priorities shou ld be set after considering input from the community, from parents , from staff at each site, from the leadership team, and after deliberation and discussion with each board member.

Value objective research. The board should be data driven. When possible, use object ive data to measure and test t he assumpt ions that go into prio rity planning.

Understand that priorities are often financially driven. Maintain a measured approach to state funding to weathe r the "boom-bust'' cycles in Sacramento.

Priorities must acknowledge the need to recruit, train, and retain a great staff. The Board should be a people organizatio n, because it will achieve nothing if it does not highly value the roles of every District employee.

When necessary , bring in innovative thinkers from outside the District to give a fresh set of eyes on the District 's priorities.

To be courageous. Somet imes after doing all of the above, priorities should be based on the Board's aspirations, and ignore any fears .

7. Why do you wish to serve on the Board and what do you hope to accomplish?

I have a servant mentality. As a young boy, my father instilled in me that "you only get out of it what you put into it". I have maintained that attitudes in my faith, my family , my education, my work, and my community.

After serving in public service over my lifetime, I am not through yet. I still have much to give and hope to continue to give back from what I have received. My leadership and vision skills can be used to enhance the District in the educational field and in the community. It would be an honor the serve.

I understand, upon appointment, I would be required to file a Conflict of Interest Statement and to take an Oath of Office.

I attest the foregoing information is true to the best of my knowledge.

Signed

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Certification of Qualifications:

I understand that thls application is a public document and may be requested under provisions of the Public Records Act and/or be available to the public on the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District website.

I under stand that, upon appointment, I would be required to file a Conflict of Intere st statement and take an Oath of Office.

I certify I am not disqualified to bold thls office because of a conviction of any of the crimes on the attached list and further certify I am not otherwise disqualified from holding public office under the California Constitution or statutes.

I certify I am a regi stered voter in the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District and that I reside within the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District boundaries .


Signature of Applicant Date

Information contained on this application may be subject to verification.

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La M esa-Sp rin g Valley Schoo l Di strict


Thi Application i a Public Record

The Appointee will hold office until the next Governing Board Member Election, which occur at the next Statewide General Election on

November 6, 2018 [EC§ 5091(e)]

Qualifications: Applicant mu t be a regi ste red voter and a res ident of the La Me a-Sprin g Valley Schoo l Di trict An empl oyee of a sc hoo l di trict may not be sworn into office as an elec ted or appointed member of that choo l di trict's gove rnin g boar d unJe and until be or she res igns as an employee. (EC§ 35 107)

Certific ation of qu alifica tion on page 5 mu t be igned by the appli can t.

Application Deadline: Thi appli ca tion mu st be rece ived by the Secretary to the Board/ Superint endent no later than Monday, Jul y 24, 2017, at 4:45 p.m. and may be mailed , faxed , or hand-d elivered to:

Brian Marshall Secretary to the La Mesa-Sp ring Valley Board of Education

4750 Date A venue, La Me.sa, CA 91942

(Plea e type or print )

Nam e Schnaubelt

Phone: 619-668-5700 Fax : 619-668-4619

David Las t Middl e

Addr e s La Mesa , CA Stree t City

Paul

91941 Fir t

State/Zip Code

Telephone N umb er : Home ( ) Bu sines ( ) ____ ___ _ Year of Re idence in the La Mesa -Sprin g Valley Sc hool Di trict 31 - - - ---- -- -- --

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Qualifications

l. De cribe your educational, work and public ervice background.

My educational, work and public serv ice background spans 42 years . I served for two

years in the parochial school district at St. Charles Church and School as a classified employee . I spent 10 years in the San Diego Unified School District as a classified employee and manager . I recently retired after 30 years of service in the La Mesa

Spring Valley School District in which I served multip le communit ies and programs . I

taught at Bancroft Community School, Casa de Oro Elementary School , Spring Valley Middle School , Glen E. Murdock Elementary , and Parkway Middle School. I served in

alternative educational programs including , the Home Education Program , developed reading intervention programs and ESL programs at Spring Valley Middle School , and at the distr ict's first iterat ion of a dropout intervention school that was housed at Parkway . I finished my career as a resource teacher for the Learning Support Division. I served on multiple committees of the district including the Budget Study Group and the

20-20 Visioning Committee . I current ly serve as a Board Member of the East County School 's Federal Credit l:)nion, and until recently , served as a sports announcer at Monte Vista High School and Valhalla High School.

2. What kills, abilities, and experie nces would you bring to the Board to a i t in carrying out its respoo sibilitie ?

I have multiple skills that I can bring to the School Board to assist in carrying out its responsibi lities. I am a fiscal conservat ive with a deep and broad understanding of school budgets , in particular the La Mesa Spring Valley budget and the unique challenges it presents . As a past leader of the certificated employee group , I have a unique relationship with both classified and certificated employees and can use those

long-term relationships to establish trust and buy-in as the district moves to improve programs while balancing demands of the labor groups . I am an excellent

communicator and a creative problem solver . These skills , I believe can help the Board as it moves forward with its many responsibilities and goals including the 20-20 Committee 's vision . I spent my working career dedicated to ensuring the success of the district and want to continue this work as a school board member .

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3. L ist your involveme nt in the schoo ls of La Mesa-Sp rin g Valley (membership on committee s and/or organiza tions, offices held, volunteer work, etc .) .

• 20-20 committee member from inception until retirement in June 2016. • Bond election phone bank chair • PTA parliamentar ian- Casa De Oro Elementary School • Budget Study Committee member • Logo Committee member

• Wellness Committee member and Pedometer program coordinator • Curriculum Council member • District Staff Council member

• Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment Committee member • Negotiations team member • Super intendents Council member • Resource Teacher • ASB advisor-Parkway • Total Quality Education Trainer • Middle School Restructuring Committee

4. State briefly your philo opby of publi c educatio n.

I believe every child wants to learn. I believe that every child can learn and be successful and that it is up to the entire system of school employees and elected officials to work together to ensure that all students are progressing. There is no excuse for failure .

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5. Li t, in order of importance, the major is ue confronting public education and specifically the La Me a-Spring Valley School District.

Student success-- ensuring every child is learning

Funding-- the balance between budget, programs , and labor groups

Declining enrollment - capturing limited market share

Hiring and retaining high quality employees

Adoption and integration into the curriculum of the Common Core Standards

Poverty and its effects on both the student , the family , and the local school communities

Infrastructure - aging facilities and the need to rebuild and create new facilities

Charter Schools--those operating with charters from agencies outside the district

6. As a Board member how would you determine the priorities of the Di trict?

As a new Board member I would work closely with other members of the Board as they

are already engaged in setting the policies, priorities and vision of the district. I will vis it schools , communities , and outside groups to listen to the perceptions , hopes and

dreams of our constituents. State budgets , changes in law and funding , the progress of

students , and the management team insights, will help me to determine , in conjunction with my fellow Board members , priorit ies of the district.

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7. Why do you wi h to erve on the Board and what do you hope to accompLi h?

I wish to serve on the School Board because The La Mesa Spring Valley School District has been my life's work . From my first day in the district until my last day I continuously worked to ensure the success of the students , and I personally strove to make this district the best it could possibly be. I have demonstrated this commitment in multiple leadership positions, two bond campaigns, and my efforts to help the district through the Great Recession.

I want to be part of the district as we redefine public education. As a School Board Member I want do everyth ing I can to bring to fruition the vision of the 20-20 Committee. My hope is to continue the work of Professiona l Learning Communities . I believe these two foraed thinking ideas, coupled with strong

instructiona l leadership, will see our children, regardless of commun ity or circumstance , learn and progress at high levels. As a Board member, I hope to be able to work with the labor groups so that they understand the necessity of using funding not just for salaries, but to build program and infrastructure that , as it benefits the children , benefits them. Because of my labor background, I believe I can help our district leadersh ip, and the existing board members in this particular area. My one true hope is that the La Mesa Spring Valley School District becomes the center of hope and progress for all of the children in every commun ity it serves.

I understand, upon appoinonent, I would be required to file a Conflic t of lnt ere t tatement and to take an Oath of Office .

I atte t the forego ing infonnatio n i true to the best of my knowledg e.

Signature of Applicant Date 1

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I under tand that thi applicatio n i a public docume nt and may be requ e ted under provi ion of the Public Record Act and/or be avai lable to the public on the La Me a-Spring Valley School Di tricl web ilc .

I under tand that, upon appoi ntment, l would be required to file a Conflict of Inter e t talement and take an Oath of Office.

I certify I am not di qualified to hold thi office becau c of a co nviction of any of the crime on the attached li t and further certify I am not otherw i e di qualified from holding public office under the California Con titution or statute .

I certify I am a regi tcred voter in the La Me a-Spring Valley School Di trict and that I re ide within the La Mc a-Spring Valley School District bou ndarie .

T anc t the forego ing information i true to the best of my knowledge.

Signature of Applicant

Information contained on this app licatio n may be ubj ecl lo verification.

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La Mesa-Spring Valley School District


This Application is a Public Record

The Appointee will hold office until the next Governjng Board Member Election, wruch occur at the next Statewide General Election on

November 6, 2018 [EC§ 509l (e)]

Qua I ifications: Applicant must be a regi stered voter and a resident of the La Mesa-Spring Valley School Di trict . An employee of a school district may not be worn into office as an elected or appointed member of that chool district 's governing board unles s and until he or she resign as an employee. (EC § 35107)

Certification of qualifications on page 5 must be signed by the applicant.

Application Deadline: This application must be received by the Secretary to the Board/Superintendent no Later than Monday, Jul y 24 2017, at 4:45 p.m. and may be mailed, faxed, or band-delivered to:

(Please type or print)

Name Shaffer Last

Brian Marshall Secretary to the La Mesa -Sprin g Valley Board of Ed ucatio n

4750 Date A venue, La Mesa, CA 919 42 Phone: 619 -668 -5700

Fax: 619-668-4619

Scott Middl e

Address Spring Valley , CA 91978 Street City

John First

State/Zip Code

Telephone

Bus iness ( )

Years of Residence in the La Mesa-Spring Valley School Di trict _1 ____ _ ____ _ _

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Qualifications

1. Describe your educational, work and public service background.

When I was in high school in Montana , I was a student representative to the Montana Board of Educat ion. We worked on legislation in the state that expanded hate crime rules to include LBGT and Native American students . Also, as class Vice President , I attended school board meetings and led a student petition drive to protest the firing of our High School Principle . Lastly, I worked for a U.S. Sentor for 3 months and special ized in a grant program to the Montana State University system . After graduating high school, I received an appointment to the United States Naval Academy. I received my Bachelors of Science in Political Science, chaired the Brigade Honor Board, and did an independent study at the Supreme Court . As the Brigade Honor Chair, I drafted and received approval from my peers on a new standard for adjucating cases regarding academic integrity. I received my commission in the Navy in 2010 and served for six years . I was also an academ ic advisor at all my commands for Sailors attending college classes and taught as a Navy instructor . I also completed my Master of Arts in Criminal Justice/Homeland Security through Arizona State University . I currently teach part-time through Arizona State University online program , serve in the Navy Reserves , and am a consultant for the Navy.

2. What skills, abilities, and experiences would you bring to the Board to assist in carrying out its responsibilities?

I have an academic background in public policy issues relating to education and served with local school boards in the past as a student representative . Also, I have a wide-range of skills and experiences through my military experience . These range from project management , contract proposa ls, conducting cost evaluations , creating budgets , and preparing presentations . I am a part-time student working on my Master of Business Administration and have experience in develop ing cost estimations and proposals . Furthermore , in my job as a consultant, I work to help the United States Air Force and Navy work with allies including the Japanese and Australians in develop ing agreements and mutual defense plans. This requires understanding the interest of all stakeholders and developing solutions .

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3. List your involvement in the schools of La Me.$a-Spring Valley (membership on committ~ and/or organizations, Offi Ce.$ held, volunteer work, etc.).

I am a member of the Veterans Democratic Club of San Diego and several other orgnizations committed to supporting local veterans.

4. State briefly your philosophy of pubJjc education.

I believe in public education and fully support all efforts to improve the quality of public education . Public education must work to prepare our students for their future academic endeavours , as well as provide a base of knowledge for people to assume the most important duty to their communities; the role of citizen . Further , our education must provide opportunities outside of the classroom to keep students engaged and prepared physically and mentally. We must ensure our teachers are provided adequate resources and further education opportunities to better seNe our students . With that committment to our teachers , we must ensure they are accountable for teaching .


5. List, in order of importance , the major issues confronting public education and specifically the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.

-Preparing students for STEM (Science, Technology , Engineering , and Math) higher education and jobs. Our school district (along with many schoo l districts across the country) needs to improve methodology, interest, and skills in STEM education. -Bullying is a farge problem rn-our communtty and across the country. The schoof district should look at more peer-to-peer efforts in tackling this challenge. -Fighting childhoold obesity. Physical education and athletics need to be expanded to include more students . Furthermore, we need to review the food being provided to students , the availability of "junk" foods in vending machines, and expand our nutrition education. -Support improv ing public education. We must avoid efforts that divert funding away from our public education system. -Developing community within the school. With the divisions rooted within the country , it is important for our students to hear different views and opinions while being respectful to one another . -Academic integrity. With the growth of technology and availability of materiai online, we need to ensure our education systems emphasizes the importance of academic integrity and proper citations.

6. As a Board member how would you determine the priorities of the District?

In determining the priorities of the Board, teamwork will be key. Initially, it will be important for me to listen to students, teachers , parents , administrators and other members of the board. Given my background in education , military, and supporting veterans , I will bring a unique perspective to the board . However , I want to ensure that I have a strong relationship with those in our education community to evaluate what works and where we can improve .

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Having served at the national level in the military and legis lative branch, I des ire to serve my community which I have come to love. Having a strong interest in education policy and experience prior to jo ining the milrtary, serving on the school board would be a great way to help my community . A product of public school, I can say I would not have achieved my success without the educat ion and values obtained through my K-12 education . Not only did I receive an education that helped prepare my for college with A.P. course and chaffenging ciricuiumn , I teamed important values from teacners including hard work , integrity , empathy , and the value of diversity . Ultimately , I desire to serve on the school board and work to improve our education system by focusing on STEM education , student physical fitness , and ensuring our teachers have the proper resources for educat ing our students . While I understand some of the chal lenges and limitations associated with standar ized test , I would like to see our districts math scores improve. Overall , I look forward to wori<ing with the board to develop solutions to our challenges .

I understand, upon appointment, I would be required to file a Conflic t of Interest Statem ent and to take an Oath of Office .

J attest the foregoing information is true to the best of my knowledge .

s;gnalureof~ 11 JJL./7-

Date

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l understand that thi application is a public document and may be requested under provi ions of the Public Records Act and/or be available to the public on the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District website.

I understand that, upon appointment, l would be required to file a Conflict of Interest tatement and take an Oath of Office.

I certify I am not disqualified to hold this office because of a conviction of any of the crimes on the attached Li t and further certify I am not otherwise disqualified from holdin g public office under the California Constitution O£ staltlttes...

I certify I am a regi tered voter in the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District and that I reside within the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District boundaries.


/D"-5JLl9'--Signature Date

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The following is a list of crimes, co nviction of which precludes a perso n from holding public office in the State of California. Co nviction of these crimes renders a perso n "forever disq ualified from holding any office in this state."

• Bribing execuJwe officer (Penal Code§ 6 7)

• Office r asking or receiving bribes (Penal Code §§ 68, 88)

• Receiving gratuity for appointmellt to office (Penal Code § 74)

• Judicia l Officer who has asked fo r or received emo /umenJs, gratuities, rewards, or the fee of a

sterwgrapher(Penal Code§ 94)

• Giving or offering bribe to Councilman or Supervisor (Penal Code§ 165)

• Misappropriation of public funds ( Penal Code § 424)

• lnierfe rence with work or discip lilie of, or gfring amain artides lo prisoners (Pena l Code§

• Inierference with or giving certai n articles to convicts (Penal Code§ 2790)

• Office r making contracts in which he or she is interested (Government Code § 1097)

• Members of the Legislature corwicted of any crime (Government Code § 9055)

• Corr upting the voting process (ElecJion Code§ 18501)

Please note that, in additio n to the above restrictions, Governme nt Code § 1126 prohibits any local agency official from engaging

"i n any emp loyme nt, activity, o r enterprise for compensatio n which is inconsiste nt, incompati ble, in co nru ct wi th , or inimical to his or her duties as a local agency office r or employee or with the duties, functions, or respons ibilities of his or her appointi ng power or the agency by whic h he or she is emp loyed ."

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La Mesa-Spring Valley chool Di trict


This Application is a Public Reco rd

The Appointee will hold office until the next Governing Board Member Election , whic h occurs at the next Statewi de General Election on ovember 6 2018 [EC

§ 509 1(e)]

Qualifications: App licant must be a reg istered voter and a resident of the La Mesa-S pr ing Val ley School District. An employee of a school district may not be swo rn into office as an elected or appo inted membe r of that school distr ict 's govern ing board un less and until be or she resigns as an employee. (EC§ 35107)

Cert ificatio n of qua lificat ions on page 5 must be signed by the appl icant.

Application Deadline: This applicatio n must be rece ived by the Secretary to the Board/S uperintende nt no later than Monday, July 24, 2017, at 4:45 p.m. and may be mailed , faxed, or hand-de livered to:

(P lease type or print)

Name

Last

Brian Mars balJ Secretary to the La Mesa-Spring Valley Board of Education

4750 Date Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942 Phone: 619-668-5700

F ax : 619-668-4619

Midd le First

Address City Street State/Zip Code

Business

//e,,,,- t.J;) Years of Res idence in the La Mesa-Sp ring Valley Schoo l District _____ _ /_" _____ _

Application for Provisional Appointment to the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District Board of Education

7/21/2017

Jay Steiger

40 Years residency in La Mesa-Spring Valley School District

1}

Describe your educational , wor k and public service background.

As a student of the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District, I attended Casa De Oro and Highlands Elementary,

Spring Valley Middle, and graduated from Grossmont High School District's Monte Vista High School. I have a BA

in Psychology from UCSD and have completed graduate work towards an MA in History at SDSU. My work

background is varied with over ten years experience in business operations, customer service, and employee

training and over nine years experience in technical and software support, including eight years with Elixir

Technologies.

My volunteer service to this community has been focused on the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District 20/20

Vision and Budget Study Committees, Murdock Elementary PTA, Parkway M idd le PTSA, Murdock and Parkway

School Site Councils, LM-SV SD Prop. M Citizens Bond Oversight Committee, Mt. Helix and Foothill s Council of

PTA's, LM-SV School District and Grossmont Union High School District Advisory Councils, the Mt Helix Park

Foundation, La Mesa National and Patriot Little League, La Mesa AYSO soccer, and the Casa De Oro Community

Alliance.

2}

What skills, abiliti es, and exper iences would you bring to the Board to assist in carrying out its

responsibilit ies?

Through many years of volunteer service to this distr ict, I have cultivated st rong and mutually respectful ties

with parents, teachers, staff, site and dist rict administration, current school board members, local elected

officials , and the community at large. This allows me to hear thoughts and concerns and also to reach out to

those groups during t imes of pot entia lly difficult or unpopular decisions to help explain the overall picture and

build a better consensus of under standing for why certain choices are made.

I have devot ed a great deal of personal time to developing budget and policy knowledge through continued

participation in the budget briefing and discussion process, by self-study of budget and policy informat ion, and

through attendance at the Capitol Advisors Group state budget workshop meetings. I believe that this

knowledge and my personal commitmen t to budgetary accountability and pragmatism wou ld serve a useful role

on the board.

As an active ly engaged parent, I am involved directly in the education of children . My experiences working with

teachers, students, and fellow parents have provided me with a more comprehensive understanding of both

classroom challenges and boundle ss opportun it ies for learning .

As a resident of thi s school district, it is a personal core value to always work to br ing a respectful diversity of

thought and commun ity and civic contacts. I will engage all decision-makers to help raise awareness of the

needs of our schools and foster policy considerations that place children's interests as pr ior ity, while giving due

regard to budgetary, staff , and community concerns.

My regular atte ndance at school board meetings, combined with PTA/DAC board discussions and decision

making have given me a solid grounding in board procedu res and the governance process.

My experience overseeing PTA membership, comm ittees, and youth sports teams, combined w ith years of work

in customer service has refined my active listening and respect for differing opinions. My goal will always be to

seek information, hear diverse viewpoints, and reach an independent conclusion while allowing for useful

compromise.

3)

List your involvement in the schools of La Mesa-Spring Valley (member ship on committees/ organization s,

offices held , volunteer work, etc.).

Parent Representative, La Mesa-Spring Valley School District 20/20 Vision Committee 2013-2017

Vice President, Mt. Helix Council of PTA's 2008-2017

Youth Sports Volunteer and Board Member, La Mesa AYSO and La Mesa Nationa l Little League 2007-2017

Steering and Strategic Planning Committees, Casa De Oro Community Alliance 2015-2017

School and PTA Representative, LM-SV SD District Advisory Council 2008-2016

President and/o r board member, Mur dock PTA and Parkway Middle PTSA 2007-2016

Chairperson, Parkway Middle School Site Council 2014-2015

Parent Representative, LM-SV SD Citizens Bond Oversight Committee 2013-2015

Classroom and school site volunteer , Murdock Elementary 2005-2014

Parent Representative, LM-SV SD Budget Study Committee 2008-2013

4)

State br iefly your philosop hy of pub lic education.

It is critical that students master the basics learning skills of reading, writing, and mathematics. However, these

skills should be taught through a process involving education of the whole child; including science, arts, history,

civics, nutrition, and physical education. I support the use of educator approved and means tested curriculum

building strong critical thinking and analytical skills, and incorporating lessons which involving topics covered for

the required California State Standards.

A dedicated and well trained staff is this district's most valuable asset, just as our children are our greatest

resource. It is vital that our district employees, with key emphasis on the classroom teachers, have the skills,

resources, and moral support necessary to continue to provide an outsta nding education to all children. I will

keep strong and open communication with teachers, classified staff, and administrators. Continued outreach

and listening to parent and local taxpayer concerns is an ongoing priority for me to ensure that all parties are

heard in the decision-making process.

Our society and our schools benefi t from the diversity of our region. Although we are one school district, each

school possesses its own unique character. We share more in common than we will ever have in differences and

should always seek to respect this diversity while celebrating our shared values. While parents today have more

choices than before, the public school system remains the single most effective method of ensuring all children

in society are well educated and can have many equal opportunities in life. We have not yet attained full

equality of opportunity, but we have made progress and are working hard to continue to that goal.

S)

List, in order of importance , the major issues confronting public education and specifically the La Mesa -Spring

Valley School District .

Since t he district cannot continue to educate children without funding, the most important issue is to continue

to safeguard district budget stability and ongoing cash flow. Within this, the cash flow is particularly important

given the state's historically uneven method of disbursement. The district must always ensure that it is able to

meet required financial needs. Budget and program decisions must be carefully analyzed and discussed for thoughtful clarity and transparency .

All schools must be protected to the best of our ability and children kept secure with increased site precautions,

staff emergency procedure awareness, and full engagement of local first responder and community support resources.

District teachers, staff, and administration should feel supported both as individuals in their jobs and as a part of

the overall district commitmen t to the comprehensive education of our children . Ongoing discussions of

program support, personnel needs, and curricular training are essential to strengthening the human foundation of this district.

The struct ure and style of classroom educati on is changing and this distr ict must continue to be a leader and

innovator in that process. This discussion should be data driven but broad and inclusive of all involved groups;

parents, teachers, staff, students, community, and the school board.

6)

As a Board member how wou ld you det ermi ne t he prioritie s of th e Dist rict?

The foremost prior ity for the District is to place the focus on quality education and enrichment for every

stude nt. This commitment does not always make for easy choices but is the basis for the public school system.

Decisions should include commentary from fellow board-members and involve d groups, and should be based on

solid information and facts. While personal experience can be a factor, personal opinion by itself should be

moderated.

As a board member, I would seek data and ask questions to help me frame thoughtful and well -fo unded

conclusions. These would foster an approach both grounded in fiscal caut ion and a recognition that educational

structure is changing and this district can continue to progress forwar d to craft school and learning models

which are both pragmatically attainable, and challenge us to be leaders in local primary education.

7)

Why do you wish to serve on the Board and what do you hope to accomplish?

As a lifelong resident of Spring Valley and La Mesa I have direct personal ties to this school district. My

grandmother taught at Spring Valley Elementary, my parents attended La Mesa-Spring Valley Schools, as did my

brother, sister, and I. Both my parents are former teachers and instilled in me a deep respect for learning and

the craft of education. While I have greatly enjoyed the enriching experience of volunteering at my children's

schools, my commitment is far deeper. I believe in a personal obligation to serve and give back to a commun ity

which gave much to me as a child and adult.

Board members can be a stro ng voice for all children and work to ensure that this district prov ides the

educational opportunities for every student at school now and in the future. My experiences and background

have provided me knowledge and personal contacts which foster comfortable and productive work in unity with

the board, teachers, parents, and the community at large. Local business-persons and those who no longer have

children attending school can still be fully engaged as to the importance of a strong and comprehensive primary

education as the foundation for future employees, entrepreneurs , and leaders. I am an independent thinker

and decision -maker; however, I greatly value and respect input from diverse viewpoints.

I live in Spring Valley and understand the need to continue to increase academic results at Spring Valley schools

and seek additional partn erships to help revitalize the Spring Valley community. At the same time, I reside next

to La Mesa, have lived there in the past, and am employed in that area. La Mesa has a rich history of which the

district schools are very much a part. We also include a section of El Cajon and they too contribute to the

collective region of this district. I celebrate achievement at all schools and for all children. We are the La Mesa

Spring Valley School District, not La Mesa and Spring Valley separate. Where we see challenges, we should work

to attain improvement, where we find success we should highlight and take note of tran sferrable practices. To

serve and contribute towards the betterment of this district, the children it serves, and the community at large

as a member of the school board is a great responsibility. If appointed as a board member I pledge to work with

fellow board members, parents, teachers, dist rict staff, and the community, to help th is district continue be a

leader in learn ing and provide excellence in education to all children.

I understand, upon appo intment, I would be required to file a Conflict oflnterest tatement and to take an Oath of Office .


7/2-J J 1? Date

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I understand that this application is a public document and may be reque sted under provisions of the Public Records Act and/o r be availab le to the public on the La Mesa - pring Valley School District website .

I unde rstand that, upon appointmen t, I would be required to file a Conflict of Interest statemen t and take an Oath of Office.

I certify I am not disqualified to hold this office because of a convict ion of any of the crimes on the attached list and further certify I am not otherwi se disqualified from hold ing public office unde r the California Constitut ion or statutes .

I certify I am a registered voter in the La Mesa- pring Valley School District and that I reside within the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District boundaries.

I_ attes t the foregoing information is true to the best of my knowledge.

7/2/// 7 Date

Info rmation contai ned on this app lication may be subjec t to ver ification.

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DI ANNE J ACOB CHAIRWOMAN SECOND DISTRICT

SAN DIEGO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

July 201\ 2017

La Mesa pring Valley Board of Trustees Board of Education La Mesa- pring Valley School District 4750 Date Ave. La Mesa, CA 91942

To the Board of Trustees:

As upervisor for the econd upervisorial District for the Cou nty of an Diego , I am pleased to offer my highest recommendation for Jay teiger to be appointed to the open position on the La Mesa- pring Valley chool District Board .

Jay is a dedicated parent who is committed to efficient education and the well -being of all children of the La Mesa - pring Valley community. He has demonstrated his support for school s and our local neighborh oods through years of volunteering and service. He has been involved with the La Mesa- pring Valley chool District Advi sory Counci l, Parent Teache r Association and the Propo sition M Citizens Bond Oversight Committee. Jay has additi onally con tribut~d many hours to yout h sports and the Casa De Oro Community Alliance, and has assisted teachers in their classrooms.

As part of the Casa De Oro Community Alliance , Jay has collaborated with othe r group members, businesses, and local government agencies to acce lerate civic improvements and help engage others in the community.

Mr. teiger's efforts have proven to be exemplary as a leade r in my district , as he has exhibited long term commitment to the children, schools and residents of the La Mesa- pring Valley community. l believe that Jay's willingness to learn educational and governmental policies and procedures, and his level-headedness and respect for individua l differences of opinion, make him an extremely qualified candidate that will positively impact the Board if appo inted to this position .

I am pleased to offer my recommendation for Jay. If I can be of any add itional assistance, please contact me at (6 19)53 1-5522 or at Dianne.Jacob @sdcounty .ca.gov .

DJ: aw/vf

Chairwoman

1600 PACIFIC HIGHWAY, ROOM 335 • SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 9210 1-2470 (619) 531-5522 • FAX: (6 19) 696-7253 • TOLL FREE: 800-852-7322

250 E. MAJN STREET, SUITE 169 • EL CAJON, CALJFORNIA 92020-3941 www.dianneJaCOb.com • EMAl.: dianne [email protected]

CITY OF

LAMESA JEWEL of th e HIU.S

Ms. Emma Turner, President Board of Education La Mesa-Spring Va lley School District

4750 Date Avenue La Mesa, CA 91942

KRISTINE C. ALESSIO Council member

July 18, 20 17

P lease allow this letter to serve as my end orseme nt of Mr. Jay Steiger, a candidate for appo intmen t to the Board filli ng the vacancy of Mr. Winet.

I am sure that you will have other candi dates for Mr. Winet's vacancy, but having known Mr. Steige r for many years , I believe he is the most qualified choice to continue the spirit of com mitm ent to the children and parents of La Mesa -Sprin g Valley students that Mr . Winet and this boar d exemplifies.

Mr. Steige r is a nati ve to this area, attending La Mesa-Spring Va lley schools himself and then choos ing to send his chi ldre n to them as well. As a memb er of this community , he has been active in school and youth related roles. for more than a decade , servin g as with the LM-S-V School, Distric t Proposition M and Proposition U Citize ns Bond Oversight Comm ittee, Budget Study Commi ttee, 20 /20 Visio n Committee, District Advisory Council, PT A, and as a classroom volunteer. He further supports this region by wo rking with youth soccer and Little Leagu e and the Casa De Oro Commu nity Alliance.

This level of ongo ing commitme nt to our kids , parents, and the residents of this area is why I endorsed Mr. Steiger in the past and why I endorse him today . As a pare nt whose dau ghter matricu lated through the La Mesa-Spring Valley schools and a fonne r Lemon Ave nue Schoo l PTA Board mem ber, I know that Mr. Steiger is an independent dec ision make r who is well respected by members of the La Mesa-Spring Valley comm uni ty. He has dem onstrat ed that he has a bead for policy knowledge and a heart for the inte rests of our chi ldren.

Again , it is my hope that you continu e the commitment to our kid s made by Mr. Winet through the appointment of Mr. Steiger to fi ll bis vacancy.

ess10, Esq. Councilm ember , C ity of La Mesa

Cc: Clerk of the Board of Educat ion, Board Members Cboag , Duff and Long

KCNeka

8130 ALLISON AVENUE • LA MESA , CA 91942 • TEL : 619 .667.1105 FAX: 619 .4 6 2.7528

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La Mesa -Spring Valley School D istrict

Application for Provisional Appointment to ~he La Mesa-Spring Valley Board of Education


The Appointee will hold office until the next Governing Board Member Election, which occurs at the next Statewide General Election on

Novembe r 6, 20 18 [EC§ 5091(e)]

Qualifications: Applicant must be a regi stered voter and a reside nt of the La Mesa -Spring Valley School District An employee of a schoo l district may not be swo rn into office as an elected or appointed member of that schoo l district's governing board unless and until he or she resigns as an employee. (EC § 35107 )

Certification of qualifications on page 5 must be signed by the applicant.

Application Deadline: This app lica tion must be receive d by the Sec retary to the Board/Superintendent no later than Monday, July 24, 2017, at 4:45 p.m. and may be mailed, faxed, or hand-delive red to:


Brian Marsha ll Secretary to the La Mesa-Spring Valley Board of Education

4750 Date Aven ue, La Mesa, CA 91942 Phone: 619-668-5700

Fax: 619-668 -4619

SYKES ANTHONY DWIGHT Name _____________ __ ____________ ___ _ _

Last Middle

Address Street

Spring Valley City

Telephone Numbers: Home

D istrict ___ 2_6_ ye_a_r_s __ __ __ _


Qualifications

1. Describe your educational, work and public service background.

After graduating from the San Diego K -12 education system, I completed a B.A. Degree in Mathematics at UCSD. I was

hired by the Pacific Bell in the Engineering Department. I was involved with an organization called C.I.T.I.E.S. (Community

Involvement Teams in Every Sector) where I served on the leadership team as Secretary and then President of the

community oriented organization of PacBell employees. While at PacBell, I completed a Master's Degree in Management

of Information Systems and also obtained a Single Subject California Clear Teaching Credential in Mathematics. I resigned

from PACBELL and worked at a middle school for 7 years as a Mathematics teacher. That was where my heart was. I was

selected to be a founding Charter School Principal located in the San Diego City School District as I continued my education

at SDSU and obtained my Administrative Services Credential along with a Master's Degree in Educational leadership. I

was given the School Futures Principal of The Year award for my leadership, school achievement, and community work. I

was recruited and moved to a Principal positio n in the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) serving for 5 years

with a Magnet School. I remained with the CVESD working in their Home School Program and I ended my professional

educational career teaching elementary school students. I have been ret ired for two years from the rich experiences that

I was able to part icipate in over the years in education. I served at my church as Youth Pastor for over 13 years along with

serving on the College Scholarship Committee for 27 years. The church assisted many students in higher education totaling

over 1 million dollars during my tenure . I was also a Professor for 8 years in the Education Department teaching

Mathematics and other required courses for the California Teaching Credential at the University of Phoenix.

2. What skil ls, abilitie s, and experiences would you bring to the Board to assist in carrying out its responsibiliti es?

The skills, abilities, and experiences that will be an assist to the Board include the 25 years of working in the educational

field. I understand the workings and the needs of all. I was a part-time school custodian during my High School and

College years working all the way up to running a school as Principal. I am familiar with opening schools and I have many

years of experience work ing in the Charter School environment. I have been successful in the school arena from

elementary school through middle school and beyond. I have participated on Charter School Boards, Community Boards,

on the Ell Principal Committee, and I have experience working w it h the budget process. I enjoy work ing with data and I

am aware of the many needs of students, staff, and parents. I believe that there has to be positive communication at all

levels to create and support programs that lead to successful students moving to the next level. I believe in being visible

and I can communicate with people at all levels. I have been a resident in the la Mesa/ Spring Valley School District fo r

over 26 years. I am a w illing worker, a team player, and a consensus maker. I believe that if something needs to get done,

we can find the resources to complete the project. I am a positive contributor wherever I go and whatever I do.

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3. L ist your involvement in the schools of La Mesa -Spring Valley (membership on committees and/o r organizations , offices held, volunteer work, etc.).

I am currently not directly involved in any of the schools in the la Mesa Spring Valley School District. My children

are young adults now. 1 had 4 children and 1 grandchild who attended school in the La Mesa Spring Valley

School District. Our family was very active in their educational endeavors and school activities. 1 served on the

Spring Valley Recreation Board, the Lemon Grove little League Board as well as being a Little League Coach. I

have always participated and supported community activities. I worked on the Spring Valley Board in the

planning and construction process of the Spring Valley Sports and Park Center off of Jamacha Road.

4. State briefly your philosophy of public education .

My philosophy of public education is that it is imperative that a great quality public education is offe red,

designed at a high level, and maintained for all children. Every student must have access to all available services

to insure success and the ability to move to the next level. I believe that an environment must be maintained

for all children, youth, staff, parents, and leaders. Public education should encourage and produce life-long

learne rs and productive citizens in society. I believe that good instruction must be based on teamwork,

appropr iate and engaging staff development, and utilizing educational best practices . Standards based teaching ,

appropriate assessments and a rigorous curriculum with a delivery that radiates from the heart from all

educators has to be part of the equation . Education has to be fair for all students. Customized educational

programs based on each student's needs should be available . One size does not always fit all. I believe that all

students can succeed with the right environment for teaching and learning . Public education is a right, and it

must be free for all students. Everybody needs to work together with respect so that a bright future can be

real ized by all. We have come a long ways but there is still a lot of work that needs to be done in education.

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5. List, in orde r of importance, the major issues confronti ng public education and spec ifically the La Mesa-Spring Val ley chool District.

Major issues confronting public education in order of importance especially in the La Mesa Spring Valley School

District include Student Achievement . The District Report Card shows that the overall achievement level for

Mathematics ranked low however each student category increased from the previous year. However, in three

Student groups, achievement levels were high. Similar results were reported for English Language Arts. The

category of All Students was low with one group scoring at the medium level and three groups achieved at the

high level. The ELL Student Group is still a challenging group for many District. Teachers must be exposed to

the best practices to meet the needs of all students.

Other factors in the order of importance are Funding, Teacher Preparation and Staff Development . Bulling is a

National and local concern for all students as well as Family / School Communications which affects Student

Educational Attitudes, Behaviors, and Respect fo r Others . Everyone must be on the same page to make it work

for all students, families , and staff members. Collaborating together with open minds will help us reach our

goals.


Our priorities will be determined by the Master Plan and goals of the La Mesa Spring Valley District and the

achievement of all students . Achievement Data must be studied and individual campuses should be visited

during the year. Priorities will also be established by the funding allotted to t he District from the Local, State,

and Federal Governments. Vision, direction, and guidance from the Superintendent will be given to the Board.

There has to be communications and dialogue with all parents and stakeholders at board meetings and town

hall meetings along with meeting the needs of every campus as determined by the families , principals and their

support staffs . Taking everything into considerat ion, recommendations will be reported to all for buy in and

approval. It will take an entir e village to get it done but we will see great results by our students in the futur e.

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I would be excited and humbled to serve on the La Mesa Spring Valley District Board because I believe that I

have a lot to offer the community and I can be an asset to the present Board Members. I have been a long time

resident in the area, a role model for many, an accomplished and successful educator , a life-long learner, and I

am one who is not afraid of thinking outside of the box. I have experience that can help others in critica l decision

making . I enjoy working with data and determining the needs of students, staff, and parents. I have the

additional time needed for the position and I want to make a positive difference in the lives of all students ,

parents, and staff members of the La Mesa Spring Valley School District and Community.

I would like to see the District is recognized as one of the best Districts in San Diego County and in the State of

California. I want to see all students succeed and reach their goals. They have a fantastic future ahead of them

and so do their families. Together we can add other bricks to the work and the foundation that has been laid.

I want to see all students and staff members succeed during their time with us and wherever the future leads

them. It is very important to get a very good foundational education and critical for future higher education ,

jobs, careers, and advancement in the real world. All students need to be technologically literate in the 21st

Century. The world is very competitive and we want our students to be ready to compete with the best and

manipulate information in a correct way. I meet all of the Board qualifications. I would count it an honor to be

selected to serve on the Board of the La Mesa Spring Valley School District . Thank you.

I understand, upon appointment, I would be required to file a Conflic t of Interest tatement and to take an Oath of Office.

I attes t the forego ing infonnation is true to the best of my knowledge.

Date ff

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I understand that this application is a public document and may be requested under provisions of the Public Records Act and/or be available to the public on the La Mesa - pring Valley chool District website.

I understand that, upon appointment, I would be required to file a Conflict of Interest statement and take an Oath of Office.

I certify I am not disqualified to hold this office because of a conviction of any of the crimes on the attached list and further certify I am not otherwise disqualified from holding public office under the California Cons titution or statutes.

I certify I am a registered voter in the La Mesa- pring Valley School District and that I reside within the La Mesa- pring Valley chool District boundaries.


Signatur

Info rm ati o n con tain ed on thi appli cati on may be subject to verificati on.

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The following is a list of crime s, conviction of which preclude s a person from holding public office in the State of Californ ia. Conviction of these crimes renders a person "fo rever disqual ified from holding any office in this state."

• Bribing execut ive officer (Penal Code§ 67)

• Officer asking or receiving bribes (Penal Code§§ 68, 88)

• Receiving gratuity for appointmen t to office (Penal Code§ 74)

• Judicial Officer who has asked for or received emoluments, gratu ities, rewards, or the fee of a

stenograp her (Penal Code§ 94)

• Giving or offering bribe to Councilma n or Supervisor (Penal Code§ 165)


• Interference with work or discipline of, or giv ing certain articles to prisone rs (Penal Code§

2772)

• Interference with or giving certain articles to convicts (Penal Code§ 2790)

• Officer making contracts in which he or she is interested (Government Code § 1097)

• Members of the Legisla ture convicted of any crime (Government Code§ 9055)

• Corrupting the vo ting process (Election Code§ 18501)

Ple ase note that, in addition to the above restrictions, Government Code § 1126 prohibits any local agency official from engaging

"in any employment, activity, or enterp rise for compensation which is incon sistent, incompatible, in conflict with, or inimic al to his or her duties as a local agency officer or employee or with the duties, functions, or respons ibilities of his or her appointing power or the agency by which he or she is employed."

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Dwiglit A nthony Sykes

Spring Valley, California, 91977

must be developed and maintained for al l chi ldren, young peop le, parents , teachers , and leaders that encourages and produces life-long learners. I have been helpin g young people , staff, and parents make a positive differe nce in the diverse world that surround s u . I believe that good instructi on must be based on teamwork and best practices ; the results of good as e ment , standards based, a rigorous delivery , and there must be leadership that radiates from the heart. Al l youth and adu lts can learn with the right environment. Everyone must work togethe r to make a brighter future for the current and next gene ratio n.

EMPL OYMENT HIST OR Y University of Phoen ix

an Diego Campus May 2008 - December 2016

(800) 473-4346 3870 Murphy Canyon Rd. uite 115 San Diego , Cal ifornia 92123

Faculty Me mber- School of Education

Chula Vista E lementary School District

Camare na Elementary 1650 Exploratio n Fa lls Dr ., Chula Vi ta, California 91915 (619) 591-5500

Dr. Karl H. Kellogg Elementary School 229 E. aples Street, Chu la Vista, California 91911

Prin cipal/ Educational Leade r (K - 6) Inst ructor - District Homebound Teacher (K - 6) Instructor - Elementary Classroom (K - 6)

San Diego Unified School Distri ct

Nubia Leadership Academy Charte r choo l (K - 6) 6 134 Ben on Ave., San Diego, Californ ia 92114

2001 - 2006 2006- 2013 2013 - 2015

Prin cip al/ Educational Leade r- School Futures Principal o[th e Year-1998-99

O' Farre ll Commu nity Charte r chool (6 - 8) 6130 Skyline Drive, an Diego, California 92 114

Mathematics Instructor

Bayview Bapti st Church 6126 Benson Ave ., San Dieg o, Califo rnia 92114

Youth M inister/ Director/ Associate Minister - New Me mber Coordinator

8/200 l - 7/2015

(6 19) 420-415 l

2/9 I - 8/200 1

1997 - 8/200 I (619) 262-0050

1991 - 1997 (619) 263-3009

1987 -2 010 (619) 262-8384

Southern California Seminary El Cajon , California

Unive rsity of Phoenix San Diego, California

FORMAL ED UCATION

Completed CLAD Credential Program - March 2012

San Diego State Univers ity San Diego, California

Tier 2 Educational Program/ Profe ssional Clear Credential

San Diego State University San Diego, California

Masters Degree in Educational Leadership

United States International University (USIU- Alliance University) San Diego , California

Teaching Credential- Single Subject in Mathematics (Course work included Elementary Education Requir ements)

West Coast University San Diego, California

Masters Degree- Information Systems Management

Univers ity of California - San Diego La Jolla, California

Bachelors of Arts Degree- Mathematics

Samuel F.B . Morse High School San Diego, California

High School Diploma- Honor Roll

2016 - present

2011 - 2012

2000 - 2003

1996 - 2000

1989 - 1991

1985 - 1987

1970 - 1974

1967 - 1970

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

outhern California Bible College and Seminary

University of Phoenix - CLAD Certification

University of Phoenix Faculty Certification Workshop Series

AB 75 Principal Literacy Development Training

Superintendent Development Academy- SDCOE

G.L.A.D. (Guided Language Acquisition Design) Training

Chula Vista Elementary School District Principal's Institute

English Learners Principal Institute- SDCOE

Principal Executive Program- PEP (UCSD)

ACSA Principal's Academy- Fontana, California

San Diego Urban Systemic Initiative (USI) Math Institute

LUMR (Leadership in Urban Mathematics Reform) Program- UCLA

San Diego State Upward Bound Program Instructor

Southwestern College Emerging Thinkers Program Instructor

Lee Cantor Assertive Discipline Workshop Participant

COMMUNITY SERVICE/ Association Memberships

Progressive Baptist District Association Pastor / Dean of Christian Ed.

Citizens' Advisory Committee member- Chula Vista Arts Master Plan

ubia Leadership Academy Governance Board Chairperson

Spring Valley Park & Recreation CSA 128 Community Advisory Board

Bayview Church Scholarship Committee Member

Baptist Minister ' s United Membe r

Southwest Administrators Association (SAA)

2016

20 12

2008

2006

2005 - 2006

2006

2001 - 2006

2004

2000

1999

1997

1996

1993

1992

1991

Present

2005 - 2006

2002 - 2008

Past Member

1985-2010

1986 - Present

2003 - 2006

,

La Mesa -Spring Valley chool District



The Appoin tee will hold office until the next Governing Board Member Election, which occurs at the next Statewide General Election on

ovember 6, 2018 [EC§ 509 1(e)]

Qualifications : Applican t must be a registe red voter and a resident of the La Mesa- pring Valley School District. An employee of a school district may not be sworn into office as an elected or appointed member of that schoo l district's governing board unless and until he or she resigns as an employee. (EC§ 35107)

Certification of qualifica tions on page 5 must be signed by the appl icant.

Application Deadline: This applica tion must be received by the ecretary to the Board/Superintendent no later than Monday, July 24 , 201 7, at 4:45 p.m . and may be mailed, faxed, or hand-delivered to:

Brian Marshall Secr etary to the La Mesa- pring Valley Board of Educati on

4750 Date Avenue, La Mesa , CA 91942


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1. Describe your educational, work and public service background:

Education I am first and foremost a product of public education. I attended public elementary school in Warren Michigan (Pine Wood Elementary) , then later Lafayette Elementary, (San Diego Unified District) when I arrived in San Diego in the second grade . After attending public middle schools (Hale Jr. High and Einstein Middle School), I graduated from James Madison High School - all San Diego Unified School schools.

I received a Bachelor of Arts in International Business (a joint business and humanities degree) from San Diego State University . I also received a Minor in Italian.

After a short career in telecomm software sales, I returned to San Diego from where I had been living in London, England , to attend law school. I was accepted at both the University of San Diego and California Western School of Law. I graduated with my Juris Doctorate three years later from CWSL. Before graduating from law school I applied to the graduate business school of SDSU. I was accepted and received my M.S.B.A. (Entrepreneu rship) in 2003.

I have a life long love of learning. In addition to completing 25 hours of continuing legal education every 3 years in order to maintain my California Bar License, I have continued my education while working as a professional. I have taken language and certificate programs through SDSU Extended Studies (French and Communications), as well as taking private courses in writing through the Writer 's Workshop in San Diego and The Great Courses online. I believe as humans , we should never stop learning.

Work For the past twelve years I have worked in-house for large corporations , specializing in contracts. I have primarily worked in the wireless and technology fields (cell phones, silicon substrates, displays and Internet of Things (loT for remote patient monitoring)). I have extensive experience in dratting and negotiating various types of contracts including nondisclosure agreements , procurement agreements (both commodities and services), sales agreements, distribution agreements, co-marketing agreements and license agreements.

For the past year I have been working as Sr. Corporate Counsel for a billion dollar company ope rating in the building and construction space which offers white labeling of options and upgrades to home builders nation wide. In addition to practicing law I am completing a book proposal (creative non-fiction) and intend to be querying literary agents in the near future.

Public Service

Since college I have been active in school groups such as the International Business and International Law societies, but law school really drove home the importance of being committed to public service. I became active in the House of Argentina and the House of Pacific Relations (Balboa Park cultural cottages) in 2003 and served as a Delegate to the HPR, as well as on the HPR Grievances Committee. I held several board positions with the House of Argentina including Secretary, Vice President and President for two terms. I was active with the organization for more than ten years. I am currently a member of the Lawyer 's Club , an organization committed to the advancement of women in the profession of law. I have been a past member of La Raza Lawyer 's Associat ion

and was active on the Scholarship committee for three years (LRLA awards more than $10,000 in law school scholarships every year).

in 2014 through a program sponsored by my previous employer , Qualcomm , and the Association of Corporate Counsel, I received training to become a student advocate for special needs students throughout the San Diego Unified School District. I met with parents of Spanish speaking, underprivileged students in an effort to inform them of their children 's education rights, make sure the Individualized education programs (IEP) were being adhered to , or helping draft an IEP if the student did not currently have on in place.

I was recently elected to the La Mesa Personnel Appeals Board and am looking forward to contributing my skills and experience to the City of La Mesa.

2. What skills. abilities. and experiences would you bring to the Board to assist in carrying out its responsibilities?

I have experience drafting and reviewing business plans, drafting and negotiating agreements , public speaking, reviewing budgets and participating on steering committees . I am also fluent in reading , writing and speaking Spanish and Italian.

r understand technology and the power of social media. I enjoy public speaking and am comfortable with community outreach. My graduate programs in law and business taught me critical thinking , persuasive writing and advocacy. Throughout my caree r I have had several leadership opportunities and understand the importance ethics. credibility and team work play in achieving a successful venture .

I have also lived in several foreign countries (Switzerland, England , Mexico, Italy and Argentina) , and am familiar with their educational systems. I believe this unique perspective will be beneficial in reassessing and evaluating aspects of the American public school system .

3. List your involvement in the schools of La Mesa-Spring Valley (membership on committees and/or organizations. offices held. volunteer work. etc.).

My daughter has attended preschool at Eastgate Christian School for nearly three years. During this time I have developed a close relationship with the staff at my daughter's school. I have voluntee red for the school on several occasions, primarily offering my time setting up/ taking down at major school functions , but also offering vendor contacts, donating items to the school and helping new parents of students acclimate.

My daughter is enrolled to begin Spanish immersion Kindergarten at Gage Elementary in the fall. I felt strongly about enrolling my daughter in a 90%/10% Spanish immersion school and was thankful to have my daughter accepted through the Choice program. My daughter is not yet a student at Gage, but I have already attended their recent open house and book fair, as well as organized a group of family and friends to attend the PTA sponsored fall fund raiser held at Mission Trails, the proceeds of which support the bilingual Spanish immersion program.

4. State briefly your philosophy of public education.

My philosophy is that public education must continue to evolve with society. The roots of public education were founded on building a work force that was ready and able to contribute to the industrial age. At that time a focus on the "Three R's" was not only realistic, it was appropriate. This is no longer the case in 2017. Our society no longer depends on a manufacturing / industrial work force . Students educated in public schools today will work in industries where critical thinking, tech-savvy, soft skills, emotional intelligence and specialized higher education will be required to contribute to their personal careers and the advancement of our society.

Nevertheless, a public education system that emphasizes these traits from the earliest age is still not enough to prepare all our children for the future. Our public education system is only as strong as its weakest li nk. For that reason, we need to foster a public education system that focuses on bringing out the unique gifts of the individual. Fostering Imagination and all types of intelligence are separate and distinct from knowledge transfer , and should be valued and addressed in our public education systems equally. Our public education system needs to find a way to educate our children while promoting and fostering these god given attributes , at the individual level.

If we focus our efforts on establishing a foundation for life-long learning, teaching children how to think, rather than focusing on pure knowledge transfer, and emphasize the need for social consciousness and individual responsibility, we will have a chance at providing our youth with the educational foundation that will be required for the future.

5. List. in order of importance. the major issues confronting public education and specifically the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.

A. Negative Public Perception of Public Schools. In my opinion, the greatest threat facing public education is a negative public perception of public education. This is the root of all public education's problems , from charter schools, to voucher systems, to parental disengagement.

B. Charter School. For over a decade, Charter Schools, and the public's false perception of their superiority over public schools, have been threatening public education. While parents appreciate the specialized themes and curriculums offered by charter schools, they fail to understand how these schools are administered or funded , and how they erode public education.

C. Voucher Program. Unfortunately , the challenges facing public education are now only made worse by the current Secretary of Education's lack of support for public education and support of a voucher system, which will further erode the foundation and tax base of our public education system.

D. Demands of Modern Society. Yet still another threat to public education is our modern society's demands and how this impacts parents' involvement in their children's education . The number one factor in a child's success in school is parental involvement , not school resources, not innate ability. As our modern society places increasing demands on dual income households, and we increase our percentage of single-parent house holds, at-risk families , or immigrant families who may lack the means to take an active role in their children's education , we see how this critical third leg of the stool has been weakened.

As public educators, we would be well served to launch a massive re-branding effort to attempt to redefine public perception of public education, revise and update expectations of parents as stakeholders in their children's education, and focus on how parent and community stakeholders can be most helpful in improving the educational outlook for our students.


A. Students. My view is that students' needs should be the number one priority. This includes both educational as well as non-educational needs that impact a child's ability to learn. As public educators, we should focus on the whole child, and that includes character building , health safety and welfare, nutrition and social needs, not just knowledge transfer.

Our public education system is only as strong as its weakest link. For that reason, we need to foster a public education system that focuses on bringing out the unique gifts of the individual. Fostering Imagination and all types of intelligence are separate and distinct from knowledge transfer , and should be valued and addressed in our public education systems equally . Our public education system needs to find a way to educate our children while promoting and fostering these god given attributes , at the individual level.

B. Teachers as Partners. I believe teachers should be viewed as parters in educating our students, but empowering these young people in order for them to succeed and thrive in our community, is a responsibility shared not just by teachers , but shared broadly and equally among parents and community stakeholders.

I am of the opinion that this burden has been born unequally on the shoulders of teachers for far too long. As part of the public relations campaign makeover, the role of the teacher should be redefined as a parent-partner and student advocate. Teachers need a significant increase in support and respect from the community. Without this re-branding , teachers will continue to be typecast as scapegoats of public education, and not as the champions and student advocates that truly define so many exceptional teachers .

C. Rebranding and Uniting Stakeholders. I view enrolling parents and community members, including local businesses and non-student families, as a key priority of the district. The children are everyone's future. As administrators and school board members, we should view ourselves as caretakers of our children's future and do all we can to improve the educational environment and potential of our students. We should be prepared to demonstrate successful results and be held accountable for our leadership.

7. Why do you wish to serve the Board and what do you hope to accomplish?

As a resident and home owner in La Mesa, I have a vested interest in the future of our city and our students. I am passionate about education and would like to contribute my public service efforts towards being an advocate for our students and teachers.

My sister has taught in the Poway school district for over 20 years and I have several friend s who are teachers in San Diego Unified and other school districts throughout the country. For over twenty years I have heard about the challenges teachers face. Unlike in industries where I have spent my career (business, technology and law), I have seen public educators lose funding , public support and be forced time and again, to do more work with fewer resources.

Because of its size and unique makeup, the La Mesa/Spring Valley school district has tremendous potential to become a local leader in public education. I see the opportunity to expand and increase immersion programs within La Mesa/ Spring Valley. I see opportunities to increase collaboration with local businesses and community stakeholders. I would like to increase family involvement , specifically within the 55% Spanish-speaking demographic within the district. I would like to assess cost savings opportunities and leverage business partners in order to launch a professional public education public relations campaign with the district.

These are just a few examples of ideas I would like to implement on the La Mesa/ Spring Valley school board. I believe my background as a lawyer and business person will be helpful in questioning aspects of public education that have been accepted for far too long. I see myself as an ardent supporter of the partners that make up public education; one who is willing to reassess the status quo and think outside the box.

I thank you for your review of my candidacy and look forward to presenting myself before the board for an in-person review.

Helen Yapura-Weiler

I understand, upon appointment, I would be requ ired to file a Conflict of Interest tatement and to take an Oath of Office.


Signature of Applicant Date

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Certification of Qualifications :

I understand that this application is a public document and may be requested under provisions of the Pub lic Records Act and/or be available to the public on the La Mesa - pring Valley chool District website.

I understand that, upon appointment, I would be required to file a Conflict of Interest statement and take an Oath of Office .

I certify I am not disqualified to hold this office because of a conviction of any of the crimes on the attached list and further certify I am not otherwise disqualified from holding public office under the California Constitution or statutes.

I certify I am a registered voter in the La Mesa - pring Valley chool District and that I reside within the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District boundaries.

I attest the foregoing information is true to the best of my know ledge.

Date

Info rmation contained on thi s ap plicati on may be ubject to verification .


The following is a list of crimes, conviction of which precludes a person from holding public office in the State of California. Conviction of these crimes renders a person "foreve r disqualified from holding any office in this state."

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Bribing executive officer (Penal Code§ 67)

Officer asking or receiving bribes (Penal Code§§ 68, 88)

Receiving gratuity fo r appointment to office (Penal Code§ 74)

Judicial Officer who has asked for or received emoluments, gratui ties, rewards, or the fee of a

stenographe r (Penal Code § 94)

• Giving or offering bribe to Councilman or Supervisor (Penal Code§ 165)


• Interference with work or discipline of. or giving certain articles to prisoners (Penal Code§

2772)

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Interference with or giving certain articles to ·convicts (Penal Code§ 2790)

Officer making contracts in which he or she is interested (Government Code§ 1097)

Members of the Legislature convicted of any crime (Government Code§ 9055)

Corrupting the voting process (Election Code§ 18501)

Plea se note that, in addit ion to the above restric tions, Government Code § 1126 prohibits any local agency officiaJ from engaging

"in any employment, activity, or enterprise for compensation which is inconsistent, incompatible, in conflict with, or inimica l to his or her duties as a local agency officer or employee or with the duties, functions, or responsibilities of his or her appoin ting power or the agency by which he or she is employed."


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San Diego , CA linkedin .corn/hyapuraweiler /

HELEN Y APURA-W EILER

SUMMARY

Acco mplished Corporate Counsel with extensive technology and international experience seeking to leverage commercial transaction skills , industry knowledge and business/legal expertise to positively impact a growth-stage company in the Wireless Technology Secto r. Experience working with emerging /disruptive technology in a fast paced environment with a heavy M&A growth strategy . Proven track record working for various industries ranging from start-up through entrepreneurial Fortune 500 companies .

Draft & Negotiate Commercial Agreements International Supply Chain/Procurement R&D/Eng ineering/Ma n ufactu ring/Services Legal Operations

INTERIOR SP ECIALISTS, INC . , CARLSBAD, CA

Real Estate Transactions Saas & Software Licensing Employment Litigation Corpora te/ Business Litigation

ExPERIENCE

Data Privacy/Security Business Associate Agreements HIPANHITECH Sunshine Act

Senior Counsel (Legal Consultant) June 2016-Present Provided legal counsel on a variety of agreements, including sales agreements , supply agreements and outsourcing agreements . Advised stakeholders and subject matter experts on legal risk and interpretation of cont ract provisions . Assisted General Counsel on various initiatives , including making hires for the legal department , supervising outside counsel, integration projects and standardizing legal operations . • Draft and negotiate sales agreements (Construction and Design Center service agreements) , as well as

agreements in support of operations (supply agreements , Saas and other license agreements , third party network security agreements , staffing agreements, NDAs, real property conveyances ).

• Employment Law matters including post-employment obligation letters, employment litigation responses and employee bonus compe nsation plan creation .

• Created and revised templates (Supply Agmt , Design Center Agmt & Rebate Incentive Agreement) • Identify and implement Contract Management System aimed at designing architecture for existing

agreements and integrating documents for a recently acquired subsidiary .

QUALCOMM LIFE, INC .1 SAN DIEGO, CA Commercial Contract Specialist 2015-2016 Provided legal services to Wireless Healthcare business unit aggressively expanding by acquis ition. Supported Sales, Business Development , Procurement and Supply Chain for the US and EU sale of wireless remote patient monitoring (RPM) products and loT services in the device connectivity and analytics space.

• Primarily responsible for negotiating and drafting highly complex commercial sales agreements for Remote Patient Monitoring with healthcare municipalities , Clinical Research Organizations , system integrators and fortune 500 Pharmaceutica l and Health Care companies . Heavily negotiated issues included information management/data rights, patient privacy, data security, indemnification and limits of liability .

• Performed direct customer negotiations for prototype-man ufacturing and licensing of reference designs , for Business Development & Engineering teams .

• Drafted & negotiated Services Agreement , Co-Marketing , Participation , and Collaboration Agreements

• Managed overseas counsel (DLA Piper France) on Secondment within QCL's wholly owned clinical data management French subsidiary (Capsule). Supervised and directed outside counsel on various commercial and procurement transactions necessitating foreign governing law.

• Worked closely with Corporate Legal IT to :

• Oversee and implement document migration/integration for clinical data management subsidiary .

• Create and implement Contract Management policies and procedures for acquired company via contract management system (CMS).

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• Automate contract requests , contract workflow and implement SOX compliant approval workflows .

• Trai n, manage and oversee contract managemen t functions for acquired companies .

Q UALCOMM MEMS TEC HNOLOGIES, INC., SAN DI EGO, CA Senior Contracts Administrator , Procurement 2010- 2014 Provided procurement and legal support for R&D Engineering & Manufacturing Operations of the Qualcomm® Mirasol™ display business unit in the US and Taiwan (tablets and secondary screens )

• Responsible for drafting and negotiating manufacturi ng outsourcing agreements between Hong Kong , China and Taiwan ope rations with support from Finance , Logist ics, Export Compliance and Risk Mgmt.

• Negotiated high value CapEx Agreements for specialized Fabrication semiconductor manufacturing equipment with sole source suppl iers (Japan /Germany). Contracts regular ly valued between the $1.5-10 MM.

• Negotiated complex Supplier Agreeme nts for manufacturing related commodities , including chem icals , components and outso urced services.

• Dra fted complex technical Stateme nts of Work and Service Agreements for the outsourcing of specialized technical manufacturi ng related services.

• Interfaced heav ily with the Sourcing, Procu rement , Program Management , Engineering and IT groups in support of operatio ns in San Jose , Hsinchu , and Longtan , Ta iwan .

KYOCERA COMMUNICAT IONS, INC., SAN DIEGO, CA Senior Contracts Administrator , Service 2005- 2010 Dedicated Legal support for the Service & Warra nty business unit , addressing matters such as drafting and negotiating outsou rced service agreements , consumer warranty issues, product recalls , product defect and persona l inju ry affecting wireless handsets/consumer electronics.

• Negotiate d key service related portions of large , complex Sales Agreements between OEM and carrier customers . High profi le ag reements , valued in the tens of millions , which took between 6 months and 1 .5 years to complete .

• Led negotia tions fo r 3rd party agency Service Agreements for the out-sourced repair of in-warranty con sumer products . Requi red quick turn-around , frequent negotiations and a deep understanding of the reverse logistics/warranty repair business model.

• Provided strategic counsel to Warranty Dept. to craft initial company response for personal injury & product defect matters , (both consume r facing and with Risk ManagemenUlnsu rance Broker) , as well as product reca ll issues (with carrier and 3rd party service vendor) . Managed outside counse l responsible for legal matters in Latin Ame rica, including strict local consumer warran ty laws in Brazil and employment law matters for our Chi le and Venezuela offices .

• Developed guidelines and reviewed marketing colla teral, product guides and web presence in Spanish and English .

EDUCATION • JU RIS D OCTOR

California Western School of Law , San Diego, CA; Thurgood Marshall Moot Court Team

M ASTER OF SCIENC E IN BUSIN ESS ADMINIS TRATION California State University , San Diego , CA Venture Capita l Investment Competi tion P1 Place Nat ionals

BA CHELOR OF AR TS, INTERNATIONAL BUSIN ESS California State University , San Diego , CA

PROFESSIONAL MEMB ERSHIPS & FO REIGN LAN GUAGES

(ACC) ASS OCIATION OF C ORPORATE COUNS EL, (LES) LI CENSING EXEC UTIVE SO CIETY F LUENT IN SPANISH AND ITALIAN

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