Candidate for
Board Member; San Francisco Unified School District

Over the last 35 years, my life's work has been in our communities, advocating for children, youth, and families. Since 2005, I have had the honor to serve on the San Francisco Board of Education as President and as Vice President. As a native San Franciscan, a parent and a former teacher, there is nothing more important to me than ensuring our children receive a quality education.

I approach this work from a unique position, drawing from my experiences :

• Experienced Educator-I am a former San Francisco K-12 and community college teacher and earned a graduate degree in education;
• Effective Leader-As Executive Director of Wu Yee Children's Services for over 15 years, I managed hundreds of employees and grew the organization, increasing it to a multi-million dollar budget.
• Proud Public School Parent-My two children attended San Francisco public schools, from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Below are a few of the accomplishments I am most proud of in my 35-year career working on behalf of San Francisco children, youth and families:

• Formation of the San Francisco Early Head Start Program
• Creation of the Asian Parent Education Network
• Establishment of the San Francisco Child Care Providers Association
• Creation of a preschool center in the Sunnydale Housing Projects
• Formation of the Chinatown Beacon Center