Endorsements
I’m thrilled to share that the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce has endorsed our campaign! This endorsement shows that our vision for strong schools and community partnerships is being recognized. I’m so grateful for their support. Together, we’re building something special, which is a big step forward.
Pictured: Steve Maher, Jen and Keith Flynn, Kathy Narum.
We are so grateful to have the support of so many Pleasanton residents, teachers, and elected officials. Our endorsements are growing, and we would love to add you to our endorsement list.
Steve Maher, Pleasanton School Board and former PUSD School Board President (2023)
Mary Jo Carreon, President, PUSD School Board
Justin Brown, Vice President, PUSD School Board
Laurie Walker, PUSD School Board Trustee
Mark Miller, PUSD Trustee 2014-2022
Kathy Narum, Director, Zone 7 Water Agency
Endorsed by PUSD Teachers and Employees
Paige Saunders, Pleasanton Teacher of the Year 2023-24
Felicia Dowes, Pleasanton Teacher
Laura Riddle, Pleasanton Teacher
Elizabeth Castro, Pleasanton Teacher
Shawnee Pedrazza, Pleasanton Teacher
Viviana Suarez, Valley View Parent Liaison
Kelly Maher, Pleasanton Teacher
Brenna Polanco, Pleasanton Teacher
Erica Holdren, Pleasanton Teacher
Jennifer Leonardini, Pleasanton Teacher
Cynthia Carrol, Pleasanton Teacher
Theresa Moore, Pleasanton Teacher
Michele Anthony, Pleasanton Teacher
Jennifer Fraser, Pleasanton Teacher
Emily Newton, Pleasanton Teacher
Patricia Baldwin, Pleasanton Teacher
Kelli Walter, Pleasanton Teacher
Amanda Mendonza, Pleasanton Teacher
Bri Day, Pleasanton Teacher
Linda Teitell, Pleasanton Teacher
Kim Saah, Pleasanton Teacher
Tracy Zeulsdorf, School Counselor
Duclie Martinez, School Counselor
Elias Muniz, Pleasanton Principal
Carla Henderson, Pleasanton Principal
Beth Louderback, Vice-Principal, Pleasanton
Herb and Cathy Ritter, Community Leaders
Jocelyn and Devin Martin, PUSD Parents
Barbara Jernstedt, Community Member
Heidi Rasmussen, PUSD Parent
Paul Stone, Pleasanton Crossing Guard
Trish and Chris Garber, PUSD Parents
Mojy Shariaty, PUSD Parent and Volunteer Superstar
Amanda Brown, Community College Professor and School Community Leader
Vicki & Tim LaBarge, Community Leaders
Preeti and Sumit Chopra, PTA Parent
Hannah Mestel, PUSD Parent and Community Leader
Susana Lopez-Krulevitch, Attorney
Amy and Travis Shannon, Community Members
Doug Miller, Community Member
Mike O’Brien, Vice President of Education, Service Champions
Tiffany and Sasi Karaiyan, PUSD Parents
Saman Jamal, PUSD Parent
Cindy and Cliff MacDonald, Community Members
Pinki and Amarjit Singh, PUSD Parents
Randy and Lisa Brown, Community Members
Diane Gilmour, Former PUSD Parent
Carol Lee and Bo Huang, PUSD Parent
Joanie and Jim Fields, Community Members
Steve Gilmour, Business Leader
Lokesh and Ash Raja, PUSD Parents
Tatianna and Colin Shedd, PUSD Parents
Krista Canda, PUSD Parent
Stacey Knight, Former PUSD Parent/Employee
Chuck Deckert, Vice-Chair, Culinary Angels
Carys Shannon, Pleasanton Youth Commission
Kelly French, PUSD Parent Leader
Andrea Wilson, PUSD Parent Leader
Suszy Bernat, Pediatrician
Ed Mobratten, Consultant
Dave Polanco, PUSD Parent
Chris and Kristen Stedman, PUSD Parents
Robin Diaz, PUSD Parent Leader
Mirijam Dijkxhoorn, Pleasanton Middle School Parent Leader
Erin Watson, Valley View Parent Leader
*Titles are for identification purposes only; endorsements are made in a personal capacity