There is so much at stake for Oakland children and youth in this election. 

Four of seven school board seats are being contested. The school board controls a $600 million annual budget and makes key decisions about goals, curriculum, and programs for students. There are also three key measures that will bring much needed resources to our public schools.

With all this mind, we present to you our 2012 Education Voter Guide.

 

Our network of families and educators has interviewed candidates, and we've researched the state and local initiatives.

 

We endorse Jumoke Hinton Hodge, Rosie Torres, and James Harris as the best choices for Oakland students and schools. They are strong leaders who will work with the community and focus on solutions. 

 

We also support the YES for Education campaign and urge you to vote YES on Measure J, YES on Proposition 30, and YES on Proposition 38.

 

Measure J will bring $475 million to ensure Oakland schools are safe and healthy, and that students and teachers have the technology they need. Here's an article from the Bay Citizen about the improvements to school kitchens and food that Measure J will bring to our children.

 

Voting YES on both Propositions 30 and 38 ensures that our public schools don't face more unacceptable cuts to core programs.

 

Visit our website for more information about the candidates and for analysis and information about the propositions.

 

Please pass on the Education Voter Guide to friends and colleagues across the community. Together, we can make sure November 6 is a transformative day for Oakland students and schools.