Thank you Kevin for the great article introducing all of the candidates. I would like to add that I am currently on the Parcel Tax Oversight Committee, the Student Areas Attendance Task Force, and member of the Huff PTA. I am so excited to be a part of this race and hope to bring new energy to the MVWSD School Board.

Anyone interested to learn more about me can go to: wilson4schools.org

I'm excited that Tamara Wilson is running for school board! She cares passionately about the kids of Mountain View and is always looking for ways to make the world a better place for kids. A former teacher turned accomplished scientist, she is also an author, tutor, and volunteer for kids.

Knowing her personally, this woman never ceases to amaze me. She is a smart, sharp woman. Her willingness to listen, her ability to digest people's values & concerns, and her strength to make solid decisions are all part of what makes her a great leader. She will bring sharp questions, innovative ideas, and much needed fresh energy to the board. MVWSD would be lucky to have her on the school board.

Laura Blakely would be a truly outstanding board member for MVWSD. She is warm and personable, and a wonderful listener. Laura brings a very sharp strategic mind to everything she is involved in--most of which has been education-related--, and willingly gives her time not only to the "business" side of organizations but also the "roll up your sleeves" stuff too. She possesses the perfect balance of leadership strength, appreciation for the views of others, knowledge of the subject matter, and humility. I hope our community will elect Laura Blakely to the school board.

Kathy Thibodeaux
Former President, Mountain View Educational Foundation

You will not find a more dedicated school board candidate than Tamara Wilson. With a background in education and science, as well as a child currently in a local school, she truly cares about the education of all children. She has the intelligence and passion to make major improvements for our city!