Educational excellence for all students in PUSD

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"I appreciate Juan Carlos' transparency, including answering with hard truths when asked challenging campaign questions.  He also always answers the questions being asked and his answers never simply tell the public what they want to hear.  If he doesn't know something, he admits that he needs to get more information.    

I can value a candidate having big endorsements, but the biggest endorsements are from the families of students going to our schools."

"I endorse Juan Carlos Perez for PUSD Board of Education, District 2. I have been involved with PUSD for about 15 years in almost every capacity a parent can be. I am VERY familiar with all its nooks, crannies, needs, and desires, and think I understand the role of a well-functioning board and the kind of board members we need. 

As we approach a budget crisis and plan for the future of our schools, I feel strongly that we need as many board members as possible who are able and willing to make courageous, bold decisions based on data and the needs of all stakeholders, but especially students, today's and tomorrow's. 

Juan Carlos is COMPETENT, SMART, THOUGHTFUL, FAIR. He can understand budgets, and data, keep in mind the big picture, and work with all board members to achieve outcomes based on sound decision-making. He has my wholehearted support."

"I'm excited to support Juan Carlos as a PUSD board member. His decades of experience as an educator dedicated to equity and inclusion, not to mention his personal experience as a PUSD parent, make him uniquely qualified to support our community. I will be voting for Juan Carlos  November 5!"

 "Juan Carlos Perez is a fierce advocate for all children, particularly those not served well by the system. 

He brings a sharp equity lens focused on providing educational excellence to all students no matter the challenges.  

As a board member for PUSD, Juan Carlos Perez will bring integrity, systems thinking, and a nuanced understanding of identity and excellence. All things that schools need from those entrusted to battle on their behalf."

"I'm proud to support my friend and neighbor, Juan Carlos Perez, for the Pasadena Unified School District school board. As a fellow parent, I’ve seen how deeply committed he is to providing the best education possible to his own children. Juan Carlos brings that same dedication to our community, consistently putting students first, above any politics. He’s the leader we need to uphold the highest standards and prioritize our children's success."

"Juan Carlos Perez views this opportunity not merely as a position but as a chance to further his unwavering commitment to student success. He has deeply impacted my own educational journey, and I am confident that his integrity and dedication will drive meaningful progress for students and families in PUSD."

"I’ve known and appreciated Juan Carlos since working with him at Disney|ABC Television Group, where his skills as a writer landed him a coveted award. Juan Carlos’s thoughtfulness and dedication won him many fans, myself among them. 

I was delighted but not surprised to see him turn his talents to the field of education: No student could ask for a more scholarly and caring teacher, and no parent could hope for a more passionate advocate for their child’s educational success. I wish my own sons had had as devoted and approachable a teacher as Juan Carlos Perez to guide them.   

I hope and expect PUSD families will see what Juan Carlos brings to the table, convince five friends to donate to and vote for him, and reap the rewards of having such a wonderful person on the school board working hard on behalf of the entire Pasadena Unified community."

"I have known Carlos Perez for more than thirty years, and he is a person of integrity, intelligence and vision.  He understands the complexity of education in a changing world, and he will always work for what is best for children and their future."

"I’ve known Juan Carlos Perez for more than 30 years. From our early days in college together at Wesleyan University in Connecticut, he always impressed me with his love of learning and dedication to his studies. In fact, one semester I  remember him signing up for an intensive Chinese language course that met for 3 hours a day. He connected very well with faculty and professors, always eager and interested to learn and discuss so many subjects. He shared his knowledge and  philosophies with us – his peers -- on many occasions. 

We were teammates as well on the men’s rowing team back in our freshman year. That sport demanded discipline and camaraderie like no other. I think it was emblematic of who he is. 

I believe Carlos is an outstanding candidate for the District 2 PUSD board. His strong interests in education, scholarly activity, and academic pursuits coupled with a humanistic compassion for students makes him an extremely valuable asset to the community. I lend my wholehearted support to his efforts to enhance the community of Pasadena."

"I have had the honor of knowing Juan Carlos Perez for over 20 years. His compassion and curiosity have been an inspiration to me and everyone who knows him.

Juan Carlos is a devoted father and husband. His dedication to his community is exemplified by his decision to seek this office. His experience as an educator has endowed him with an acute sensitivity of the needs of students and the teachers and administrators who are devoted to providing the best educational opportunities for all.

He will work tirelessly as a team player who is dedicated to listening to the concerns of his community and finding effective ways to meet its needs."

"Juan Carlos is a loving father, a supportive kids' soccer coach and a thoughtful friend. He will bring to the board optimism, common sense, and a genuine desire to improve Pasadena schools."

“I’ve known Juan Carlos for nearly twenty years and I can say without reservation he’s the smartest, most empathetic, and best dad I know. He will be a fierce advocate for kids and their education.”