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John F. Dean
194,666 votes
57.2%
- Occupation: Orange County Superintendent of Schools
- O.C. Superintendent of Schools since 1991
- B.S. and Doctorate USC, MA CSU Long Beach
- Teacher, Principal, Director K-12 Instruction Newport-Mesa U.S.D.
- Dean, Orange Coast College, Prof. Emeritus Whittier College
- Community/Professional service, Presbyterian Elder, Hoag Hospital Board
- Married 48 yrs., Wife Katherine, Daughter Karol, Son Brian
Priorities:
- With the 28 districts, establish rigorous world class standards for all students
- Promote English mastery as quickly as possible as directed by local trustees
- Complete technology to every school and classroom, enriching student learning
Darrell Opp
144,192 votes
42.4%
- Party: Republican
- Occupation: Chief Educational Officer
- 28 years experience in public education
- Owned and operated family business
- Member, Orange County Lincoln Club
- Currently CEO of Regional Occupation Program
Priorities:
- End Bilingual Education- Teach Children in English
- Cut County Department by 10% - Return those funds to local schools
- Focus on basic education
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