Area 5
Alyssa Wall, 25
Educator / College Advisor
alyssacwall@yahoo.com www.alyssawall.com 408-540-4315
As a former teacher and college lecturer, I understand that teaching and learning is at the heart of our school system—our policies and programs should be adapted to fit the needs and interests of our students.
I am committed to ensuring our schools provide the best education for students that can be achieved. I wholeheartedly believe that all students deserve access to rigorous, culturally responsive curriculum, and nurturing, high-quality educators regardless of their zip code or skin color.
I come from a family of immigrants and I’m the first in my family to graduate from a university. Access to quality education has given me the opportunity to earn my B.A. and M.A in Education, pursue a doctoral degree, and teach in five different countries.
All students should be able to fearlessly pursue their passions and it is up to us to ensure that they have the tools they need to navigate the world around them. I am confident that I would be an equitable advocate for our children while being responsive to the values, beliefs, and priorities of our community.
Brad Williams, 43
Emergency Room Nurse/Little League Coach/Father
831-685-7432 bradwilliams0428@gmail.com
The County School Board has lost touch with the Parents of our local schools.
It is important for School Board Members to be active Parents with school-aged children representing our community. My wife Cindy and I realize the importance of the true value of a great education for our children.
We are both professional registered nurses and members of the California Nurses Association. I will provide a strong voice for more student opportunities that involve vocational training.
Unfortunately, during this pandemic, many Parents feel like their kids are being cheated out of a real school experience. There is so much more to school than just virtual academics. Our children are missing very important milestones for their social, emotional and physical health.
We need to make sure that we can reopen schools soon, in a safe and effective manner. Kids need to get the educational and social skills necessary for success. We look forward to our school children returning to their classrooms!
Like many Santa Cruz County families, we lead a very active outdoor lifestyle: Surfing, Biking, Camping, Skiing and Little League Baseball.
Vote Brad Williams for Santa Cruz County School Board.
I hope to earn your vote.
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Area 6
Ed Acosta, 51
Agriculture Manager/Commissioner/Father
www.electacosta.com ed@electacosta.com 831-228-2858
Vote for Ed Acosta and our Kids will get Real Jobs that make Real Money. Vote for Ed Acosta and bring back hands-on vocational trade school education. Vote for Ed Acosta and expand English/Spanish job opportunities for our students.
Ed Acosta is a Father of three children, all born and raised in the Pajaro Valley. Ed proudly serves his community as a City of Watsonville Planning Commissioner.
Ed Acosta is the Treasurer for Independence Square Board of Directors. A local non-profit organization dedicated to housing the Senior and Disabled.
Ed Acosta is a true Leader bringing an experienced and successful track-record of accomplishments in business: Certified background with multi-million dollar Berry Industry, Food Safety Officer, Audit Oversight and Analyst, Good Agriculture & Manufacturing Practices
For the past 28 years our Pajaro Valley community has been represented by the same voice. These School Bureaucrats often do not have to compete for your vote. It’s time for change!
I’m running for County Board of Education to give Voters a choice and to give our Students a better chance at a great education. Vote for Ed Acosta for County School Board.
Dana Sales
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