Education is the heartbeat of opportunity—for every student, every family, and every community. In this moment, when the cost of living is rising and families are making tough choices, protecting affordable, accessible public higher education isn’t optional—it’s essential.
Community colleges - like MiraCosta - are engines of upward mobility. They open doors for working parents, first-generation students, veterans, and career changers. They meet people where they are and help them build the futures they deserve.
I know this because I lived it. As a community college student, I discovered not just a pathway to a degree, but a pathway to purpose. That experience shaped who I am and set me on my path to public service.
I’m running for re-election to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.
In service and community,
“The ability to read, write, and analyze; the confidence to stand up and demand justice and equality; the qualifications and connections to get your foot in the door and take your seat at the table — all of that starts with education.”
—Michelle Obama
Your Questions,
Answered
What does a community college Trustee do?
There are seven members of MiraCosta Community College District’s Governing Board each representing a different area.
Together, we vote on policy, approve and oversee the budget, set the strategic direction and goals for the District, hire and oversee the Superintendent/President.
What communities are in the MiraCosta Community College District?
The District includes the North San Diego County coastal communities of Oceanside, Carlsbad, Leucadia, Encinitas, Olivenhain, Rancho Santa Fe, Cardiff, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Carmel Valley, and select areas of Camp Pendleton.
How do I know if I live in the District?
Visit the San Diego County Registrar of Voters website to find out if your address is within the MiraCosta Community College District.