CSBA Officer Candidates
Pursuant to Standing Rule 222, C (10), the Candidate Review Committee interviewed the first-round candidates in-person on August 24. Debra Schade, Solana Beach SD, was interviewed for the Office of President-elect. Sabrena Rodriguez, Ventura USD, was interviewed for the Office of Vice President. The Candidate Review Committee recommends Debra Schade for the Office of President-elect and Sabrena Rodriguez for the Office of Vice President.
Second round nominations closed on October 20, and there were no new candidates nominated for either office.
Debra Schade
I am deeply committed to the fundamental importance of public education and the crucial need to enhance our education system in California. My decision to run for CSBA executive office last year marked a significant step after over two decades of service as an elected school board member. This past year I embarked on a journey of listening, learning, and engaging with our membership. I am confident in moving forward and serving as President-elect with grace, empathy, and a powerful understanding that our organization is strengthened by the collective efforts of all. Effective leadership and thoughtful, collaborative decision-making will keep CSBA strong and sustain its critical voice in public education. As President-elect, I pledge to ensure CSBA remains a mission-driven organization that directly impacts the quality of public education for EACH and EVERY California student. Over the past year my vision for CSBA to ENGAGE, SERVE, and INSPIRE has solidified. My priorities continue to focus on sustaining CSBA as an organization that serves the diverse needs of its membership while strengthening CSBA as the vital voice of California public education through legal, legislative, and communication efforts that advance the equitable education and well-being of California’s 5.8 million public school students. It has been a privilege to work collaboratively with you, and I would be honored to serve as President-elect. By activating our collective voice, we will continue to work to address critical issues essential to the success of public education in California.
Sabrena Rodriguez
Supporting public education isn't just a commitment for me; it's my deep-seated passion. I believe in championing policies that ensure every student has equitable access to a highquality education. This means advocating tirelessly for Full and Fair Funding, promoting educational equity, and empowering local school boards and county offices to provide top-tier programs. My goal is to cultivate a robust public education system throughout California that fulfills our promise to every student. As a candidate for CSBA Vice President, my vision revolves around engaging our members, advocating for policies that uphold Local Control, and nurturing strong community bonds. Central to this is active communication and genuine listening-I'm dedicated to ensuring every member, whether from a small rural school district, county office, or urban center, feels heard and valued. Your voice and experiences are important to me. I am willing to invest my time making CSBA a stronger organization because I firmly believe that we empower leaders to excel as governance experts and ardent advocates for our students. I am eager to bring my experience, passion, and unwavering dedication to this role, collaborating toward our shared vision. Thank you for considering my candidacy.