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About this office
Members establish educational goals and standards, approve curricula and the district’s budget, approve various purchases and renovations, and appoint the superintendent of schools.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Investing in our Teachers & Students during COVID-19 Crisis
Making Sure Hayward is a Competitive School District
Ensure Administration and Superintendent Listen to the Community
Experience
Biography
Sara Prada is a bilingual mother of three school-aged children, wife of 13 years, business owner, a former DC photojournalist, Educational Leadership graduate student, and an award-winning community activist. She is endorsed by major school unions, including HEA and SEIU, the Democratic Party, Congressman Swalwell, and leaders throughout Hayward.
Her plan is to make sure the board and the superintendent better communicate with teachers, families, and students. She plans on working to ensure we have safe and inclusive schools for all of our students. It also means making sure we spend our money wisely on what really matters to kids and teachers.
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My Top 3 Priorities
1) Student Equity & Opportunity
2) Prioritizing Health & Safety of Students, Teachers, and Community
3) Creatively Collaborate to Keep Budget Fiscally Solvent
Experience
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara — Bachelor of Arts Degree, Political Science (2011)
Hayward Unified School District Governing Board Member
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My Top 3 Priorities
Education Excellence
Financial Accountability
Safe Schools Free of Violence, Prejudice, and Racism
Experience
Experience
Profession:University Business Professor
University Business Professor, Notre Dame de Namur University (2013–current)
University Business Professor, Keller-Devry University (2013–current)
HUSD Board Trustee, Hayward Unified School District — Elected position (2012–current)
University Business Professor, National Hispanic University (2013–2015)
Education
University of San Francisco — Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Organizational Leadership - Economic Literacy (2012)
Political Beliefs
Position Papers
Why am I running for Re-Election to The HUSD Board?
Summary
We need to continue on improving public education. An experienced candidate in Finance and Education for advocacy on combating racism, promoting equality, justice, and fairness in public education is now needed more than ever.
Dear Voter,
My education and qualifications for re-election as your Hayward Unified School Board trustee are my career as a University Business Professor for Master level courses, and my current service as an elected member of the Hayward Unified School District Board of Trustees advocating for strong fiscal transparency, excellence in education, and safety in schools. This district, which comprises an area much larger than the city of Hayward, presents distinctive challenges in its cultural and academic diversity.
My earlier background as a real-estate lease analyst for major multi-national corporations gives me the ability to evaluate the bottom line which is rare in education budgeting, and in most government work. I have presented useful approaches to cost-cutting to put more taxpayer dollars into classroom teaching and less into sweetheart contracts. Prior to serving in elective office, I was also a classroom teacher, holding a BS in Computer Science, a Multi-Subject Teaching Credential, MS in Educational Leadership, and a Doctorate in Education. My research evaluates the dollarization of the currency in Ecuador and highlights the importance of the economic and financial literacy we all need.
I am proud to have introduced computer technology to my third-grade Hayward students and raised their test scores 30%. In my tenure serving the community through collaboration I have been able to increase the rate of high school graduations, promote and raise the minimum wage for district employees, develop procedures for competitive bidding on contracts, renovate and upgrade district schools, guarantee that all children regardless of immigration status receive a quality education, coach low-income families on business startups, and provide investing instruction for stocks, options, and futures to underemployed parents. Born in Mexico, I became a U.S. citizen at the age of twelve, when I entered public school in California. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I want to give every K-12 student in Hayward Unified School District the mastery of the English language and a knowledge of economics and finance to become successful and productive. I pledge to help education rebuild prosperity, to reduce government waste, and to listen to you. Please give me your vote for the Hayward Unified School District, Trustee. Thank you.
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My Top 3 Priorities
I want to establish a system where we can do a breakdown of all the expenses and see where we can save Money for the this year and the next year. As we all know we will be in a deficit next yrear and we have to start working on the fincial issues.
I would like to establish a program to streamline the process to provide assistance for parents and students from issues and a healthy school environment with the open door policy. We are facing difficult times with distance learning and the pandemic
I would like to establish a stipen system to hire local College Students to tutor our children. College Students with a high GPA, to tutor the students who are having difficulties learning, and the students are being left behind.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Establishing a system for high academic achievement for all students, accountability for all faculty and staff, and an effective communication structure for all voices to be heard.
Maintaining a positive budget certification while meeting the diverse needs of students in the educational system.
Safe and inclusive schools for all students and the community as a whole.
Experience
Experience
Profession:Education: Director, African American Student Achi
School Board Member, Hayward Unified School District, Hayward Unified School District — Elected position (2010–2018)
Education
California State University, Hayward — Masters, Urban Teacher Leadership (2011)
California State University, Hayward — Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies (2005)
Biography
I have been an instructional aide, teacher, assistant principal, principal, and now a director in the educational system. I am a believer in tradtional public schools as I am product of one. As a life long learner, I understand that education is the great equalizer, and we need to provide an education that allows for students to take control of their education.
Political Beliefs
Political Philosophy
Education is a system that needs to work for all students. Students need to be allowed the opportunity to become independent learners which will allow them to achieve at a higher opportunity.
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My Top 3 Priorities
High quality education
Equitable practices for all students
Funding for students and teachers
Experience
Experience
Profession:Educator
Teacher, Rossell Learning Academy (2020–current)
Owner, Fxing Crowns (2019–current)
History Teacher, Rossell African-American History Awareness Museum (2000–current)
Hayward and Castro Valley Area Council for the Peralta District Execut, Parent Teacher Association — Appointed position (2019–2020)
Community Activities
Community Leadership Initiative, Hayward Promise Neighborhood (2019–2020)
District Advisory Committee, Hayward Unified School District (2017–2020)
African-American Student Achievement Initiative District Lead Parent, Hayward Unified School District (2016–2020)
Puente Parent, Hayward Unified School District (2016–2020)
Parent Ambassador, Hayward Unified School District (2018–2019)
Biography
Tami Rossell as mother of seven and a grandmother of one, has engaged in educational advocacy, challenging the lack of high quality education and inequities with boldness and integrity. Tami has served as a Hayward Unified School District Parent Ambassador at multiple school sites inspiring students and parents. Tami has also implemented the African American Student Achievement Initiative within the district bringing educational resources and historical awareness to both students and parents, along with Puente which focuses on the academic achievement of LatinX scholars. Tami has earned multiple awards and recognition for her service to education and the City of Hayward. As a graduate of Hayward Promise Neighborhoods, Community Leadership Initiative at CSU East Bay, Tami believes all scholars have the right to achieve excellence, and will fight for the tools and resources to make that happen for the students in Hayward.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Help student successfully transition through the COVID crisis.and move on to College or work.
Maintain focus on the District's three year stratigic plan as developed by the community last year
Effectively follow through on the District's commitment to antiracism
Experience
Education
VA Polytechnic Institute and State University. — I hold five college and university degrees including a Doctortate in Education (2007)
