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Latest updates from the campaign:
Latest Update From The OC Registrar of Voter: Vote Totals
Santa Ana, CA-The latest vote totals are reported each night at 5pm by the OC Registrar of Voters. Tonight's gains put Gina Clayton-Tarvin firmly in the lead over all opponents and in the top spot with 17,284 votes. The counting continues until December 3, 2024 when the election must be certified per CA state law.
Gina Clayton-Tarvin Prevails In Ocean View Race ๐บ๐ธ
Santa Ana, CA-Returns from election day, November 5, 2024 are in and Trustee Gina Clayton-Tarvin has decisively prevailed. With the trust of the Ocean View community behind her and key support from numerous stakeholder groups, Clayton-Tarvin withstood a massive attack from anti-public school extremists. They spent $70,000 in attack mailers against the 3-term board member only to lose. Voters agreed, lies and deception have no place near our children. District constituents delivered a victory for Clayton-Tarvin and Ocean View's students.
Ocean View President and Vice President Endorse GCT
A Message From Ocean View President Jack Souders And Vice President Patricia Singer:
Having worked with Trustee Gina Clayton-Tarvin for ten years, we are writing to ask you to support her re-election. As a teacher, mother, and trustee, Gina deeply cares about our children in OVSD. Her leadership has resulted in smaller class sizes, better student achievement, and modernized school campuses. In addition, Gina successfully improved students' safety resources for OVSD youth. On behalf of our students, we humbly ask that you cast your ballot to re-elect Gina Clayton-Tarvin on or before November 5.
OVSD Free Meals for All Students ๐๐๐ฅฆ๐ฅ
Huntington Beach, CA-Are you aware that the Ocean View School District has provided 2 free meals per day to all students since 2020? This past week, we concluded National School Lunch Week by showcasing the preparation process of our scratch-made meals, from preparation at our state-of-the-art $9M Central Kitchen, built and opened in 2019, serving every student, every day. Our Food Services team ensures that nutritious and delicious food is available to all, supplemented by on-site food preparation at modernized school sites, thanks to Measure R funding. Click link above to see all of the amazing photos of the Central Kitchen at Beach and Warner. You won't believe your eyes!
Ocean View Protects Students From Gross Polluter
Huntington Beach, CA-After a 3 year fight to bring healthy and safe school learning conditions to the Oak View schoolchildren, Ocean View School District prevailed against gross polluter Republic Services at the Rainbow Trash Dump in Huntington Beach. The teachers, community, and district worked to ensure clean air to breath for an entire neighborhood.
OVSD's "Reading for the Record" Program
Westminster, CA-This week around the Ocean View School District, Interim Superintendent Dr. Hoefer and I have had the joy of reading to preschool classes and after school program students. As part of the Reading for the Record program, we visited College View, Oak View, Hope View, Westmont, and Golden View. We read the book “Piper Chen Sings” a book about a young girl who overcomes her nervous feelings about singing a solo performance with the help of her grandmother Nวi Nai, inspired a motivating story about Chinese Americans, family traditions, and community. See more photos here.
Message From Ocean View School District Board President Jack Souders
Westminster Commissioner Jimmy Pham for AD70
Westminster, CA-Thanks to Pho Bolsa TV for taking the time to speak with me about Westminster Traffic Commissioner Jimmy Pham. Mr. Pham visited our Star View recently to tour the newly modernized campus. The school sits in Midway City which is administered by the City of Westminster as an unincorporated area of Orange County. Thanks go to Mr. Pham for his work on the commission to help create a new entrance off Newland. I’m proud to support and endorse Mr. Pham for Assembly District 70. We can count on him to advocate for our students and schools in HB, Fountain Valley, Midway City and Westminster. Get out to vote Jimmy Pham๐บ๐ธ!
Celebrating Oak View's Second Harvest Food Bank
Huntington Beach, CA-Today at Oak View, we celebrated 10 years of partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank’s Mobile School Pantry Program. As one of the original 14 schools to launch the program, Oak View is now one of 74 schools helping to feed and support its community each month with a farmer’s market-style food distribution. Thank you to Second Harvest Food Bank of OC for years of support and supplying farm fresh produce from local Irvine growers. Farm to table in the heart of HB. Our Oak View PTO moms are always so dedicated and always show up to support their community. Click here to see more photos from the event.
Mesa View Modernization Grand Re-opening and Ribbon Cutting
Huntington Beach, CA-The first day of school was the big day at Mesa View, the grand reopening and ribbon cutting of our last middle school project to be modernized using Measure R funding. The school looks absolutely fantastic with all new interiors, labs, classrooms, lunch area, office building, band room, locker rooms, fields, play areas, and more. We thank all who were involved in making this project a success. All 800 students came outside for the ribbon cutting on their first day of school too. Thanks to the teachers for making it possible. What a monumental event. The passage of Measure R and the work that has occurred to this work completed had been a true team effort. Thank you to all who voted for the bond, worked on it, and to the residents who are financing it, we appreciate you. These school modernizations have created improved neighborhoods and stand as a testament to our community’s investment in our children and future. Click here to see all of the phenomenal upgrades to our school. Click here to see all of the photos of the Mesa View upgrades.Go Eagles
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GCT Speaks Out To Protect HB's Students
Protecting Huntington Beach’s children is my number one priority. As a teacher and board member, I will work without cease to make sure students are protected and that educators are not put in jeopardy to be prosecuted or lose their jobs. The City of HB needs to follow state law and let teachers teach and parents parent without interference by the municipal government. Protecting students, always!
It's Official, Ocean View!
Santa Ana, CA-It’s official, I’ve filed to run for reelection to the Board of Trustees! As a parent, teacher, and Ocean View School District trustee, I prioritize student safety and student success. For the last 12 years, I have served on the Ocean View School Board and during this time, I have been honored to serve five times as President of the School Board. In addition to my service to our community, I have devoted my life to working with children and families for 29 years as a classroom teacher. Since its founding in 1874, Ocean View has been a highly respected school district with a reputation of stellar achievement in California. Our teachers and staff are exceptional, focusing all efforts on our students. I am absolutely committed to continue this legacy, especially since my two sons are proud products of our Ocean View schools. I am grateful for the high quality education they have received. My eldest son is now in college and my younger son attends Mesa View Middle School. I am honored to be endorsed by the Ocean View School District teachers association and other esteemed community leaders. Together, we can continue to provide safe and welcoming schools for every child in our community. Voting begins on October 7th, and Election Day is November 5th. I respectfully ask for your vote.
Happy Independence Day ๐บ๐ธ
July 4, 2024-Wishing everyone a happy Independence Day!
Reelect Trustee Gina Clayton-Tarvin, OVSD School Board
Huntington Beach, CA-Protecting children is my life’s calling. As a longtime teacher and mother of two students, I will continue to work to educate and safeguard our children so that they can learn, flourish, and grow. It is my sworn duty to care for the students of the Ocean View School District and I ask for your support and vote this November 5, 2024 in the General Election.
LA Times-Judge orders HB to release full Pacific Airshow
Huntington Beach, CA-Judge Jonathon Fish rules in my favor. The City of HB must hand over the full, unredacted settlement document of the Pacific Airshow. Click hyperlink above to read full article.
Court Update
Santa Ana, CA-Update from the CA Superior Court in my case against the City of Huntington Beach and City Attorney Michael Gates. Judge Jonathon Fish will take the matter into submission and rule within weeks. I am sure that we will prevail and we await the final decision.
Thank You Orange County Voters ๐
Santa Ana, CA-Thank you to the voters in the cities of Aliso Viejo, Lake Forest, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, and Seal Beach in Assembly District 72. I am blessed to have received your support and votes for Democratic Central Committee. You have honored me as the highest vote getter of all the candidates who ran for Central Committee countywide. I am grateful and pledge to protect our core democratic values while defending our constitutional rights.
Vote GCT for Democratic Central Committee, AD 72 ๐บ๐ธ
Huntington Beach, CA-Primary election ballots drop soon, February 5. Election Day is March 5. Vote by mail or in-person. I’m proud to represent residents, protecting democracy, and I humbly ask for your support and vote for the Democratic Central Committee, Assembly District 72๐บ๐ธ!
Trustee Comments from 1-9-24
Huntington Beach, CA-Last evening, our board of trustees met for the first meeting of 2024. We had a very productive session discussing various topics affecting students, teachers and the community at large. During my trustee comments I discussed my recent trip to Europe and about the widespread illness being experienced by many. We got to hear from Oak View’s principal and staff about their phenomenal work to increase student achievement while imparting a love for English language arts and writing competency. I also mentioned the exciting performances by Westmont VAPA students for the Winter Showcase in December. OVSD continues to impress me with outstanding and innovative programs for all!Merry Christmas ๐
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Legal Update (Clayton-Tarvin v. City of HB)
Santa Ana-Victory occurred today in my case against the City of Huntington Beach and City Attorney Gates in their breach of transparency and CA law. The court ruled entirely in my favor and OVERRULED all of their flimsy motions. They attempted to demurrer, to get my case thrown out, they lost. They also attempted to remove Michael Gates as a defendant, they lost. The original suit was filed to obtain the air show settlement agreement documents after a massive payout of public funds to Kevin Elliot of Code Four Productions. A source at the OC Registrar of Voters reported that at 1:00pm, City Attorney Gates, Van Der Mark, and Burns were down the street from the courthouse. They were filing to run for the GOP Central Committee and didn’t bother to come to represent the City at the hearing at the Central Court at 1:30pm. Their outside counsel attorney Savanah Skelton only appeared via zoom. We appeared in-person. As stated above, even before the hearing started, the judge issued a preliminary ruling and OVERRULED all of their arguments. Once inside the courtroom, he ruled again from the bench against the City and Gates sealing their loss. Justice has prevailed and We The People won today. Next up, a status hearing on Monday, December 4th at 9am to move the case forward to be heard on the merits and to close out this case once and for all. I am convinced that the City will lose ultimately and will have wasted precious taxpayer dollars instead of just producing the document as required under the CA Constitution and the Public Records Act. We will keep fighting for transparency and honesty in government and we will prevail.
VP Clayton-Tarvin's Trustee Comments
Huntington Beach, CA-Our board convened to discuss a myriad of important issues. President Singer was unable to attend due to illness, so I presided over the meeting. One of the discussions that we had centered around a report made by Clerk Souders in regard to the Superintendent’s Task Force on school consolidation. A lively debate ensued. Many community members came to the meeting last night and made compelling arguments and some even laid out a well thought out plan to save OVSD schools. I was particularly impressed with the Village View parent delegation, and I intend to be present at one of their future meetings to hear what they have to say. Community input is paramount, leading to greater understanding and transparency. One thing I know to be true is that the Ocean View School District is in good financial condition, we are in the black and always have been even through our toughest budget challenges. The discussion of doom and gloom by one of my colleagues is nothing more than a theatrical presentation to cement himself in a 2024 election. But this should not be about politics, it’s about our children. I happen to be a parent of an Ocean View School District student and it’s very important to me to make sure that accurate information is disseminated to the public so that there’s trust and respect.
OCSBA and ACSA Joint Meeting
Irvine, CA- In October, the Orange County School Boards Association (OCSBA) and the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) members get together to discuss our common goals for OC's students and schools. At this biannual gathering in Irvine we discuss the most pressing issues affecting Orange County's students. We even got a change to see our friend and previous Ocean View superintendent Dr. Carol Hansen who is now happily in retirement, but also staying involved in education as the new Executive Director of ACSA Region 17. Congratulations to Dr. Hansen, from all of us at OVSD!
Clayton-Tarvin Speaks Out at HBCC
Huntington Beach, CA-Tuesday night, I spoke at the Huntington Beach City Council meeting about 3 important issues. I honestly cannot believe that in the United States of America, in the year 2023, the majority of us public speakers had to explain that taking away voting rights, banning books, and being antisemitic is wrong, yet, here we are. The alt right extremist 4 members of the Council majority were at it again. They voted to support a City Charter Amendment that will disenfranchise citizens, to install Soviet-level voter surveillance on voters with cameras to track the moves of average people. Then to matters worse, they voted to a create a completely unnecessary communist-style “oversight panel” to ban books at the public city libraries with no set guidelines or appeals process. This authoritarianism is mind boggling, and deeply un-American. Lastly, I spoke in opposition to council member Gracey Van Der Mark and her false flag support of condemning Hamas. I spoke against antisemitic propaganda. We see through blatant antisemitism, but also even greater hate for Muslims. Our city council is in complete disarray in its intolerance and bigotry. Time for the real work to begin to rid Huntington Beach of hatred and extremism.
G. Clayton-Tarvin Speaks about HBCC Corruption
Huntington Beach, CA-Although I have been giving the new council majority an opportunity to do right by residents, I felt it was time to speak out about their actions and their negative effects on our city. Tonight I attended the Huntington Beach City Council meeting and made 3 points: (1) NO on the proposed charter amendments, (2) my lawsuit against the City to produce the airshow settlement documents, and (3) Mayor Strickland’s violations of Robert’s Rules of Order and the CA Brown Act. One thing is for certain, when and individual is elected to public office, it’s absolutely imperative that he/she keeps their word to voters, fulfill one’s fiduciary duty, and most importantly follow the laws of our land.
Trustee Comments from 9-12-23
Huntington Beach, CA-From tonight’s board meeting, my comments about raising substitute teacher pay to $250 per day for upcoming teacher in-services was a great idea. I was pleased to be able to support this agenda item as I know what occurs when a teacher has to be out of their own classroom. Compensating substitute
Board Update-Trustee Comments
Huntington Beach, CA-Last night we met for our August board meeting and so much occurred. We had a presentation of recognition for Assistant Superintendent Keith Farrow, who received his certificate of completion for CBO status. This is a not only a feather in his cap, but the District’s as well. Congratulations to him on this achievement. We also heard from concerned community members from Circle View including young students who were so eloquent at the microphone. They came to speak to us about their concerns regarding the possible closure of their school, and how it would negatively affect them. I made a public statement that I won’t be supporting school closure for Circle View. We also heard a presentation on Measure R projects with updates on Vista View, Star View, and Mesa View. We also got to enjoy the fruits of the labor of our OVSD maintenance staff that updated and modernized our boardroom for a fraction of the cost, due to having skilled journeymen on staff. We don’t have to contract out and that keeps work in-house and costs down, saving taxpayer dollars. Listen in to hear more of my comments made during our trustees round table. We look forward to seeing our students and teachers back to school in OVSD onn September 5th.KTLA News: Clayton-Tarvin speaks against antisemitic fliers In SEHB
Huntington Beach, CA-I’ll continue to speak out against attacks on marginalized people. Flyers were littered all over a Huntington Beach neighborhood near Edison HS, the same place where wrongly accused teacher, Ms. Clark resides. Elected officials have a sworn responsibility to the public, to protect those in their charge, not create havoc and danger for them. Our mayor and mayor pro tem need to check themselves and stop creating dangerous conditions for HB teachers and kids. The teacher received death threats after the student video went viral. Extremism in Huntington Beach rears its ugly head once again and everyone suffers because of it.
Board Meeting Recap, 6/6/23
Measure R Update
Huntington Beach, CA-Listen in for history on the Measure R bond passage and current progress on projects. Vista View is in final stages, Star View under construction now, and Mesa View is next to be modernized. Brand new Circle View HVAC systems installed over Spring Break (ESSER funds). More news on future work to come. Thanks to the voters of OVSD for passing a landmark measure, first ever since 1874, and the Ocean View’s founding.
Clayton-Tarvin Speaks on Importance of SPED Services
Huntington Beach, CA-Last night, our board of trustees heard multiple reports from our esteemed staff, and the most important report in my opinion was that from the Special Education Department. Back in 2019, the Board requested and commissioned a Study Overview. Chileen Spaulding, Director of Special Education, provided a presentation on a study that was conducted to evaluate special education services in OVSD. Many stakeholders were interviewed including teachers, staff, administrators, students, parents, even me, as president of the board in 2020. When the pandemic struck, the interviews went virtual, but continued on. The results were presented to us and we all made our voices heard on the important matter. Although OVSD has high SPED costs, the cost of not providing the best possible services to our most sensitive students can be devastating. All students have the right to a stellar public school experience. Our special needs students are our pride and joy and we must vigorously advocate for them. The Special Education Department is working to address the study recommendations and provide for our kids. Support programs include Student Study Teams (SST), Response to Intervention and Instruction (RTI2), and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). I’m proud of our ongoing work and will continue my steadfast advocacy for our special needs students.
NO on OVSD School Closures
Dear OVSD Community,
At previous board meetings beginning in January 2023, I made an official statement that I am not in agreement with pursuing school closures. However, a board majority identified consolidation as a priority focus area via consensus to move the process forward. I was in dissent.
At the January and February meetings as well as online, I have gone on record as being opposed to school consolidation. I understand that the process has caused some in the community to have concerns, and I concur.
I will continue to advocate strongly for safeguarding children and schools and look for alternatives to school closures.
What I’ve written herein are my own thoughts, and do not represent those of the board as a whole.
I was present last night for Circle View’s meeting and will be in attendance for tonight’s meeting at Village View. I look forward to hearing parent and stakeholder input.
Sincerely,
Vice President Clayton-Tarvin
Trustee Comments 2/14/23
OVSD Kindergarten Information Night
Westminster, CA-It was my honor to represent the Board of Trustees on behalf of President Singer on Kindergarten Information night at Westmont School. Hundreds of parents, guardians and family members attended to learn about our amazing kindergarten programs all across OVSD. To learn more about our kinder programs, please visit https://www.ovsd.org
ADEM Elections 2023
If you’re a Democrat living in Assembly District 72, it’s time to vote. The California Democratic Party Assembly District Elections Meeting (“ADEM”) is held in each of the 80 Assembly Districts in January of each odd-numbered year in order to elect representatives as “delegates” to the CA Democratic Party Democratic State Central Committee. The elections will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 10am to 2pm at: Oasis Senior Center, 801 Narcissus Avenue, Newport Beach 92625. I am running for re-election to be a Delegate for Assembly District 72 and humbly ask for your support and vote.Registration to vote In-Person is happening now and until January 21, 2023. Follow the link below to register to vote in this intra-party election.
Hikari Holiday Light Festival
Irvine, CA-It’s beginning to look a lot like the holidays at the beautiful Tanaka Farms Hikari Festival of Lights. Happy Chanukah and Merry Christmas to all 
OVSD Board Swearing-In
Historian And Preservationist Mary Adams Urashima Dies
Huntington Beach. CA-Sad news to report. We have lost a true community leader and advocate, Mary Urashima. We love and thank her for all of her years of dedicated service to Huntington Beach, Orange County, and saving history. She was with the Ocean View School District from day one on protecting our Oak View students from being polluted and to save the Wintersburg site which shares a border with the Oak View Preschool. Her legacy will live on in Winsterburg and its future preservation, and we vow to make sure it is saved for generations to come. Her work will never be forgotten and she lives on in our hearts. She fought a long hard battle with cancer with grace and elegance, and we will miss her. To learn more, click LA Times article link above.
OVSD Awarded CSBA Golden Bell for Oak View's Owls' Nest
San Diego, CA-This year at the CSBA’s Convention, we have had the distinct honor of being the winners of the prestigious Golden Bell 
award for the work of our amazing Oak View school. Their accomplishments for the Owl’s Nest program during the pandemic allowed students to be in school five days per week even during “hybrid” learning. Thanks to our phenomenal teachers and staff led by Principal Landero, as they made it all possible. We are so proud, great work Owls, and you can use the hyperlink above to view all of the photos. This Golden Bell is the highest award any school board can receive and you made it all possible. We love our Owls
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Student Volunteers-Election 2022
Huntington Beach, CA-Some say, Gen Z are not interested in politics and their own future, but I know they are. All along, from day one of starting my campaign for Huntington City Council, I’ve had a steady stream of student volunteers. They love being engaged. From canvassing to lit drops, to sign hanging, they have done a lot. I’d like to thank my own son, Tony, a senior at HBHS for organizing his friends to come out and volunteer every single week since September. Thanks to OVSD’s Vice President Patricia Singer,’s girls for helping as well. It’s a full team effort. Some of these students will be first time voters this midterm 2022 too, and they are thrilled to be part something that is uniquely American, our election process. Thank you HBUHSD students for your help, you are showing us adults what the future looks like, and it’s bright ๐บ๐ธ!
GCT Speaks Out On Edwards Hill
Huntington Beach, CA-Tuesday I spoke out at the Huntington Beach City Council meeting, highlighting OVSD’s newest park at the former Park View School site. Under my leadership, the Board of Trustees made a bold decision, to defy developers, denying them our public open green space. We refused to sell. Come visit our new Park View Park in the heart of HB. Lastly, I spoke about the dangers of rezoning for incompatible projects. We need a City Council that isn’t beholden to developers. Say NO those who will sell out, and YES to guardians of our environment, Oscar Rodriguez, Kenneth Inouye and me, Gina Clayton-Tarvin. We vow to protect our community and have the public service track record to prove it. Vote this November 8, 2022.GCT Debuts New Park In The Heart of Surf City
Huntington Beach, CA-Today we cut the green ribbon for our newest OVSD park. Park View School stood on the site of our newest park until earlier this year. Park View School was a K-8 school that opened in 1969 and educated thousands of students for 20 years. Due to boundary changes and downward population trends in HB, Park View was closed in 1989. The property housed the Huntington Beach Union High School District Adult School and Independent Study School from 1994-2009, but it had been vacant for 13 years, until we tore it down last spring and summer. The vacant school attracted a variety of characters, and neighbors had to deal with drug users, the unhoused, graffiti, and more. The school had really become a blight in the neighborhood. We knew it was time to correct this problem. But that is not where this story ends. The Ocean View School District Board of Trustees made a BOLD decision. Rather than sell the property for a hefty profit, we opted to revitalize this neighborhood for our community. We did not sell the property to make way for more development and housing, instead we are providing beautiful, open, green space for our residents to enjoy. This new park-like space will be a nice reminder of the school that was once here. And as you can see, this green space is a nice compliment to the sports fields that are housed next door. It should also be noted that green space is a precious resource in our city. I am PROUD that my fellow Board Members and I made the decision to put our community above other interests, and do what was needed to be the best neighbor we could be!Endorsement Alert: Ocean View teachers endorse fellow teacher, GCT ๐
Huntington Beach, CA-Thank you Ocean View Teachers Association for your support and endorsement of my campaign for Huntington City Council. It’s an absolute privilege to be the first ever city council candidate in the history of Huntington Beach to receive your official endorsement. Lastly, I deeply appreciated the opportunity to speak before your teachers at the representative council meeting to gain your support. Receiving the endorsement of rank and file teachers is an honor of a lifetime. What a distinction, teachers supporting teachers 
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Endorsement Alert: HB Police Officers' Association Backs Clayton-Tarvin
Huntington Beach, CA-It is with great honor that I announce the endorsement and support of the Huntington Beach Police Officers for my campaign for HB City Council 2022. They give of themselves each day to protect and serve us. Thank you Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association.
Endorsement Alert: Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association Endorses GCT
Huntington Beach, CA-Great news, I’ve been endorsed by the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association. I am honored, humbled, and so proud to have the support of those we entrust with our lives in times of crisis. Thank you, HB firefighters!
Endorsement Alert: Association of OC Deputy Sheriffs Endorses GCT
Santa Ana, CA-I am so honored to receive the endorsement of the Association of the Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs (AOCDS) that work day in and day out to protect and serve for the OCSD. OCSD is among the largest in the nation, providing exemplary law enforcement services. Thank you to the more than 3,800 sworn and professional staff, that are committed to serving the needs of Orange County including land, air and sea-based patrol, custody operations, investigative services, emergency management, coroner services, forensics and specialty operations. This endorsement means a lot to me not only professionally, but personally as well, as my own dad served as a Deputy Sheriff, and I appreciate the service of all of our law enforcement personnel. Thank you AOCDS!
Pollution in South East HB, "No More" says Clayton-Tarvin!
Huntington Beach, CA-It’s time to get serious about pollution in Huntington Beach and the corruption that’s allowed it for decades. I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and fight for South East HB and take back our city from gross polluters. Are you ready? Join me to clean up our air, land, and water demanding that ineffective California regulators to do their jobs!Back to School Night at Hope View!
Huntington Beach, CA-This evening at Hope View, TK and Kinder teachers held Back to School Night for new Ocean View parents. We were there too. I met so many new OVSD families and welcomed them to our district. We saw the Hope View teachers on the sidewalk talking to folks about the upcoming election and who they support for the board of trustees. My son Max was there too. He’s a Hope View 5th grader and he loves his school and teachers. We trust our OVSD teachers and they have officially endorsed trustees John Briscoe, Patricia Singer, and Jack Souders for re-election. Please join the Ocean View Teachers Association in supporting my colleagues in November to maintain the excellence of our district !
OVSD-First Day of School ๐
Huntington Beach, CA-First day of school in OVSD was a success. Board Vice President Patricia Singer and Superintendent Dr. Michael Conroy and I helped to welcome Transitional Kindergartners to school at Circle View and also got to see Spring View middle schoolers at work and play. We love our OVSD kids!
OC League of Conservation Voters Endorses GCT
Huntington Beach, CA-THEIR MISSION: Orange County League of Conservation Voters (OCLCV) seeks to promote environmental protection through proactive participation in the Orange County political system and democratic process. They promote conservation and protection of natural resources, as well as good government issues and political reforms. MY MISSION:To make them proud by fighting to protect our environment today and everyday.
Supporting Local HB Businesses
Huntington Beach, CA-It’s all about spending quality with friends and family, and no better place to do this than Flashpoint Brewing Company, serving great food and HB made beer and more locally. After canvassing and talking to voters all day it was a perfect ending. Election Day is coming soon, so let’s have fun getting there. Oscar and I invite you to join us 
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TeamHB Community Canvas
Huntington Beach, CA-Team HB had a great day of knocking doors in a community canvas in SEHB. We are out to talking to residents about the solutions to environmental problems long plaguing the area. Come out tomorrow to join us. Click Oscar Rodriguez post to get all the details. See you soon!
A Tour of our National Training Center at Fort Irwin, Go Army๐บ๐ธ!
Fort Irwin, CA-What an amazing experience we had with the U.S. Army at National Training Center. We headed out, and were in flight to a tour of the “Box” to see how our Army trains for urban warfare as well as desert battles. Huntington Beach Mayor Pro Tem Mike Posey, LAUSD Vice President Nick Melvoin, Burbank Mayor Jess Talamontes, and I rode in a Blackhawk helicopter with a crew of 3, two pilots and a crew chief from Burbank airport. We flew over the Hollywood Hills, the Griffith Observatory, Toluca Lake and out over the mountains and past Barstow to then land at Painted Rocks. In 112 degree heat (45 Celsius) we took a bus through the fort city, and then out to the NTC, and eventually the “Box.” We got to repel into a subterranean tunnel, went through the mock “city” for a battle, we got to participate in a raid in the “Lane,” handle and shoot weapons of war, suit up to go into armored vehicles including tanks. We even got to eat a Meal Ready-to-Eat (MRE), that heated up with a magical heating-agent packet. We saw the beautiful horses of the 11th ACR Horse Detachment. Best of all, we got to sit down with the men of the Blackhorse Regiment, the soldiers that are based at NTC. We learned from them about what they face and they asked us for help with recruiting efforts and to bring the Army’s message to civilians. It was a wonderful experience. Thanks to all of soldiers who defend us day in and day out. Go Army
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Orange Coast Huddle Joint Canvas Kick-Off in SEHB
Huntington Beach, CA-We had an amazing turnout today for Orange Coast Huddle canvass in Huntington Beach, to knock doors and talk to voters about pertinent issues facing our community
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OCDE News: OVSD Provides Essential School Supplies For Students
Huntington Beach, CA-School in Ocean View doesn’t start until September 8th, but we are getting ready now. OVSD is the only district in OC providing essential school supplies to all students for 2022-2023, and for this, we are featured by the OC Department of Education’s Newsroom. Click the article link to learn more. See you back at school soon ๐ ๐ โ๏ธ ๐ ๐!
Proud Teacher!
Buena Park, CA-Proud to be a teacher for 25 years and the employer of over 1,000 school employees in Ocean View. We love our students, schools, and our nation. Vote this November to save democracy ๐บ๐ธ!
Canvas Kick-Off in the Huntington Harbour
Huntington Beach, CA-This past Saturday morning at 9am we had a phenomenal turn out for our canvas “soft launch.” Our volunteers were energized and hit the streets to knock doors. Oscar Rodriguez and I were ready to meet voters. TeamHB is here to serve the people of HB. We had breakfast ready including Mexican conchas and other pan dulces, donuts, and special cinnamon “cafe de olla” to enjoy. Even with so many big name campaigns out there to volunteer for, like Katie Porter for Congress, Kim Carr for State Senate, and others, we still had so many dedicated folks show up. This is just the beginning and we are ready to prevail in November.
Katie Porter and Me, Two Moms Knocking Doors to Save Democracy ๐บ๐ธ
Huntington Beach, CA-Knocking on doors and talking with Huntington Beach voters, I ran into Congresswoman Katie Porter canvassing this morning as well. As moms, we briefly discussed our phenomenal HB schools, and she even asked me to take her on a tour of our award winning Ocean View. I am excited to show her around and work with her on pressing issues facing HB residents. We are two moms out knocking doors to save democracy. Will you join us?
It's Official, I Am Running for HB City Council ๐บ๐ธ
Huntington Beach, CA-It’s official, I’ve filed my paperwork today to run for the Huntington Beach City Council. I look forward to hearing from all of you, in an effort to get to know you. Please feel free to comment below, or message me with your questions and comments. My goal is to have all my constituents understand my positions, and ideas for how to improve HB. Let’s do this !
Little SaigonTV-Focus On School Safety
Westminster, CA-Thank you to talk show host and advocate Julie Diep and Little Saigon TV for interviewing me today about school safety and how we care for our students during this world of gun violence. Boards like OVSD, can be aggressive and take action to safeguard children. At Ocean View, we have security fencing, cameras, single point of entry system, the Raptor System, and more. We have instituted a mandatory shut and locked door protocol in OVSD, and no one is allowed on campus. Anyone who wants to come on campus must stand outside the locked school front door and call the office phone number to state their case to enter. We are implementing locking door and buzzer systems coming this 2022-2023 school year. More news to come, and I look forward to sharing this interview with you in it’s entirety in September when it airs on Little Saigon TV!
Back in Huntington Beach ๐
Huntington Beach, CA-I’m happy to be back home in Huntington Beach, and what a beautiful place it is. This was the sunset on the pier with no filter and just pure light. Southern California, really can not be beat 
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Campaign for HB City Council
Huntington Beach, CA-We are back in the USA from our trip abroad, and so proud to be Americans. We always learn so much about what it means live in a democratic nation and what it truly means to be free. When we travel, we are always happy to come home. This year is extra special because it’s an election year and I’m proud to announce, once more, that I’m running for the Huntington Beach City Council on November 8, 2022. I am even more honored to be supported by amazing leaders and organizations who believe in my ability to work for the people of HB. In the next coming weeks and months I’ll be reaching out to voters to meet and talk about issues facing our city and beyond. Please feel free to message me to learn more about my positions or to get on our campaign email list for more information about the upcoming election. Thank you for your consideration ๐บ๐ธ!
Honoring The Life of HBPD Officer Nick Vella
Huntington Beach, CA-It was an honor to join the Huntington Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA) in a celebration of life and charity event to support the daughter of fallen HBPD helicopter pilot, Officer Nick Vella. It was held at the Huntington Club (formerly SeaCliff Country Club) and featured HBPD officers and surrounding jurisdictions’s officers, special guests, family, and friends supporting an officer who was taken too young in the line of duty. We were happy to support Dylan Vella, and her future, as she deals with the loss of her dad. RIP Nick Vella, you’ll never be forgotten.
Back in the USA and Ready to Serve ๐บ๐ธ!
Los Angeles, CA-We made it home to the USA and we are happy to be here. I am very excited to get back to work as your President of the Ocean View School District, and on my campaign for the Huntington Beach City Council. The campaign season is really picking up and I look forward to meeting you, hearing about your thoughts and concerns for HB, and how I may assist you in solving issues that face each of us in HB. It is time to roll up our sleeves and get to work. Please send me a message here with any questions you may have or feel free to reach out to me by telephone at (714)717-7122. I will be pleased to take your call.Fighting For SEHB!
Huntington Beach, CA-South East HB has always been a dumping ground for all things industrial, unhealthy and downright toxic. In the past, and even currently, SEHB has been the host to multiple sites of pollution and worse. The area has seen cancer clusters, unhealthy conditions for Edison HS kids, and narrowly dodged another environmental disaster, the Poseidon Desal Plant. It is time for real environmental justice for the residents of SEHB, and I know just how to demand it and then deliver. A vote for me, and my colleague Oscar Rodriguez is a vote for progress in cleaning up our city. Vote this November 8, 2022 for change.Visit to the Island of Braฤ, Croatia ๐ญ๐ท
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Visit to Venice, Italy ๐ฎ๐น
Visit to London, UK ๐ฌ๐ง
Board Meeting Recap 7/5/22
Huntington Beach, CA-Recap of 7/5/22 at last night’s board meeting can be heard here, with some other important information listed herein. OVSD Food Services is continuing the long tradition of the summer food program. We will provide lunches to all children 18 years of age and under, free of charge, from our Westmont and Oak View locations. The program runs Monday to Friday, 12PM to 1PM until September 2nd. Meals must be consumed on site premises. Also, we enjoyed the Star View groundbreaking in Midway City, work will begin soon, and Star students will attend the Interim School Site at Sun View in HB for 2022-2023, bussing will be provided. I’ll be leaving the country today to be with my family in Europe until early August. Upon return, the campaign season kicks into high gear, as I run for election to the HB City Council. See you all back at our next board meeting in August. In the meantime, come back here to see images of Italy, Croatia and beyond!
Happy 4th of July!
Huntington Beach, CA-Happy Independence Day, fellow Americans. It’s the birthday of our great nation, and we’re here at the Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade, the largest of its kind west of the Mississippi. Proud to be representing the Ocean View School District. Vice President Singer I had the honor of riding in the Mustang with OVSD/Surf City Optimist Club Oratorical Contest winner, Kai from Vista View. We even took a school bus with us, with our veteran driver Click hyperlink above to view all of the great photos of our the parade including those of our OVSD students, staff, and parents. Let freedom ring !
Let Freedom Ring ๐บ๐ธ
Huntington Beach, CA-Wishing all a very safe and happy Independence Day weekend !
TEAMHB2022 Will Fight For Our Environment!
Huntington Beach, CA-Your HB Guardians of the Environment will fight for you to live in a clean, healthy, and safe environment, free of pollutants and poisons. We have a proven track record of defeating dangerous environmental sources like the Republic Trash Dump, off-shore cargo ships pollutering our air, and the Poseidon Desal Plant. We don’t bend to pressure, and never take “No” for an answer. Want fighters on HB’s side? Then vote TeamHB2022, we are coming this November 8, 2022 and won’t be stopped 
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Superintendent Dr. Hansen is Retiring!
Huntington Beach, CA-It is a bittersweet moment for me yesterday evening to be honoring Dr. Carol Hansen as one of Ocean View’s distinguished retirees this year. I am proud to say that I was serving on the Board when we made the very wise decision to hire Dr. Hansen as our Superintendent seven years ago.Dr. Hansen joined us during some challenging times, but she worked quickly with the Board and her Cabinet to strengthen the credibility and stability of the District. She did this by using transparent communication and clear goals, which fortified Ocean View’s reputation in the community as an innovative and academic leader. She also focused on student learning and forward-thinking programs for students, such as STEAM, which is Science, Technology Engineering, Arts, and Math, Visual and Performing Arts, Environmental Science, and Dual Language Immersion. Since coming to Ocean View, Dr. Hansen has worked tirelessly to forge effective and productive working relationships between District leaders and the unions in OVSD, resulting in the formation of Partnership with Administration and Labor, or PAL. The PAL philosophy and structure has allowed for collaborative problem-solving, open communication, and a focus on a common vision. Dr. Hansen has been very successful at nurturing solid, healthy working relationships among our employees and the District has benefited greatly. Congratulations Dr. Hansen and enjoy your well deserved retirement. We love you!
OVSD Board of Trustees Meeting Recap
Huntington Beach, CA-Highlights from tonight’s board meeting included awards for our students for APA summer school scholarships, an in-memorium honor for the late Mr. Jack Shaw, a humanitarian that focussed his life’s work on assisting the Oak View community. Thank you Mr. Shaw. We also honored Dr. Carol Hansen and spoke of her amazing work for OVSD’s students and schools. We will recognize her achievements on June 28th at her last board meeting. Please join us then to say goodbye to Dr. Carol Hansen. She will be missed!
School News Roll Call
Huntington Beach, CA-Thanks to School News Roll Call 
for featuring Oak View Preschool’s 20th anniversary celebration and open house. Read my contribution here to learn more about our award winning preschool program.
OVSD School Security Protocols
Dear OVSD Community:
Following the horrific shooting in Uvalde, the Ocean View School District has been carefully reviewing our school security protocols. I’ve met with our superintendent, Dr. Carol Hansen and Vice President Patricia Singer to discuss next steps. VP Patricia Singer and I were pleased that parents in the community came forward to push for stricter safety measures that aligned with our own advocacy.
Therefore, effective immediately, the following security protocols will be added and enforced through the end of the school year:
1. All front office school doors will be locked during school hours.
2. Visitors must come to the front office door, call the number posted, identify themselves and the reason for the request to enter the school building.
3. All individual classroom doors will be shut and locked.
As we transition to employing our new superintendent, Dr. Michael Conroy, in several weeks, we will take action to make more stringent safety upgrades. More news to come.
Sincerely,
President Clayton-Tarvin
Vote NOW at OVSD Voting Center
Huntington Beach, CA-Come on down to the Vote Center at OVSD's headquarters on Pinehurst Lane in HB. There is ample parking, and drive up curbside service for disabled voters too. We welcome you ๐บ๐ธ!
NBC4 News Coverage of Seal Beach Rally
Seal Beach, CA-Coverage from NBC4 news of the rally and candle light vigil at Eisenhower Park and Seal Beach Pier in cooperation with Moms Demand Action, HB Huddle, and W.A.V.E. to bring common sense gun laws to reality. Our children should not he used as target practice. We must end gun violence NOW.
Moms Demand Action Rally
Seal Beach, CA-Demand common sense gun laws now. I stand with Moms Demand Action. Protect our children, not guns!
OVSD Special Olympics 2022
Huntington Beach, CA-The first of two Special Olympics events was held at Oak View. Students from Circle View, Golden View, Oak View, Star View, and Vista View participated in a variety of activities, including bowling, bean bag toss, soccer shoot-out, and parachute challenge. Communtiy servants including Chief Parra from HBPD and firefighters from HBFD were on hand to help out with the activities. I was honored to provide opening remarks along with Principal Landero, and attend the event with Vice President Singer. Additional representatives included Personnel Commissioners Bob Ewing and Dan Gooch, and Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) Director Jimmy Templin. A huge thank you to the Special Education Department, including Program Specialist Bryan Leipper, who is the lead organizer for both Special Olympics. An amazing time was had by all. We are so proud of our amazing students who did so well and had a great time, We love our OVSD students
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*Click Hyperlink For More Photos From The Event
TeamHB 2022 Campaign Kick-Off
Huntington Beach, CA-It was a FULL house in Huntington Beach for the campaign kick-off for Oscar D. Rodriguez and me. We had 215 people come out to hear about our vision and plans for HB. We also heard from many candidates up and down the ballot this year including Congresswoman Katie Porter. We had an amazing taquero, ate carne asada and chicken tacos…and the Chinelos de Morelos even showed up to dance and entertain. My gratitude goes out to Patricia Singer, my dear friend who volunteered to put the party together like a champ. Thank you to Alba Rodriguez the sister of Oscar who donated beautiful homemade choco flans and gelatinas. What a great day had by all. Oscar and I thank you for your support and votes in November 2022. Let’s get out the vote !
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Oak View Preschool 20th Anniversary
Huntington Beach, CA-The award-winning Oak View Preschool celebrated 20 years of service to the community yesterday. We were honored to have former students and staff including former directors Donna Stapleton and Joyce Horowitz join current director Sue Broderson and our current students, parents, staff, administrators, and Superintendent in a special celebration and Open House. Our amazing preschool students even performed. A wonderful time was had by all. We love Oak View!
Niki Hoang, Senate District 34 API Leadership Awardee
Westminster, CA-Congratulations to Niki Hoang, teacher at Vista View Middle School for being named as one of Senate District 34’s Community Leaders 
. It was my honor to nominate Niki, and a pleasure to be with her today, along with principal Dr. Gates and our very own Senator Tom Umberg for the 2022 Asian Pacific Islander Leadership Awards. Niki has been one of OVSD’S best, even being named as one of our Teachers of the Year several years ago as well. She puts her all into teaching our students Algebra, Geometry, and other Mathematics courses. She is an 18-year veteran and I’m proud of her. See more photos by clicking the hyperlink above. Keep up the stellar work, Niki, the Board of Trustees thanks you for all you do!
Board Censures Trustee for the 3rd Time
Huntington Beach, CA-It is imperative to maintain proper decorum when conducting business on behalf of the people. Transparency is paramount and one must never misuse their elected office for personal gain or political folly. With that, and for the 3rd time in 3 years, board Member Norm Westwell has been censured by his colleagues with a 4-1 vote (Westwell in decent) for violating board policies and bylaws, harassing community members, inappropriate behavior, and dishonorable conduct.Congratulations to OVSD's Very Own Barb Davis!
Huntington Beach, CA-We were so proud to celebrate and honor OVSD’s Barb Davis last night, as the Student Services Administrator of the Year for ACSA, Region 17. Barb is a wonderful district administrator that supports our students and schools. More photos can be seen by clicking the link above. Thank you Barb for all you do for OVSD’s kids!
Thank You OVSD Employees 2022
Huntington Beach, CA-The OVSD Board of Trustees wants to wish our exceptional teachers, staff, and administrators a happy Week of the Employee. Employees are the strength of an organization and our employees are not just our strength, but also our greatest asset. Please see the special video below from our Board. Thank you
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HB Awarded CalTrans Clean CA Grant
Marine View Unveils New Student WellSpace
Huntington Beach, CA-This morning at Marine View, students unveiled one of OVSD’s new middle school Student WellSpaces. In cooperation with the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE), a specially designed room has been created. The WellSpace affectionately named “The Fish Bowl” will provide students an opportunity to un-plug, relax and recenter while affording them a quiet place to process emotions and practice mindfulness and relaxation activities under the supervision of school staff. Thank you to Marine View Principal Schaible and the Marine View ASB students who provided a tour for reporter Matt Szabo and photographer Kevin Chang from The Daily Pilot today. Click link for more images of the Fishbowl!
Friday Night Lights (FNL)
Huntington Beach, CA-Friday Night Lights (FNL) ๐ is for kids of all different skill levels who are in grades K-8. The OVSD Board is proud to support FNL and allow practices to occur on our district fields throughout the year. The format for FNL is a 6v6 passing league with very little contact. Kids have a blast, love the quick play, and working as a team. Games are played at the HBUHSD fields and this year’s playoffs occurred at the HB City Sports Complex. My son Max and his teammates, the Longhorns, a 3/4 Grade team, went undefeated in the regular season. I’m proud to not only support FNL as the president of OVSD, but as a team sponsor and parent. Thanks to Christy and Dave Brodt for all they do to make FNL a success in HB!
OVSD Board Meeting Recap
Huntington Beach, CA-Tonight we had a board meeting, and got to hear from amazing students led by music teacher Marcello Martinez from the Spring View Middle School. Vocal Ensemble performers impressively performed the Star Spangled Banner ๐บ๐ธ and Dear Theodosia. Earlier this month, these talented students received a “Superior” designation at the Southern California Vocal Association (SCVA) Festival. Also, scroll through to hear about CA State (CAASPP) testing coming up. Lastly, happy birthday to my friend and colleague, Vice President Patricia Singer. She spent her special day with us at the board meeting!
Congresswoman Katie Porter Endorses GCT for HBCC 2022
Huntington Beach, CA-Congressional districts have been reconfigured, and new opportunities to vote in amazing representatives are here. I’m proud to endorse Katie Porter for the new district 47, and honored to receive her endorsement for my run for HB City Council 2022. Let’s get this done on June 7, 2022 to get Congresswoman Porter over the finish line. Get out the vote in the CA Primary Election, with ballots coming in the mail soon ๐ณ!
Endorsed By UNITE HERE! Local 11
Anaheim, CA-UNITE HERE Local 11 represents over 32,000 workers employed in hotels, restaurants, airports, sports arenas, and convention centers throughout Southern California and Arizona. Members of UNITE HERE Local 11 join together to fight for improved living standards and working conditions.Local 11 is an affiliate of UNITE HERE, an international labor union that represents 270,000 working people across North America. Our members in the U.S. and Canada work in the hotel, gaming, food service, manufacturing, textile, distribution, laundry, transportation, and airport industries.UNITE HERE Local 11 has been a leader in the fight for immigrant rights, and to elect leaders who will represent working families’ interests. I am honored to be endorsed by the workers of UNITE HERE, Local 11!
CA's Secretary of State, Dr. Shirley Weber
Villa Park, CA-It was an honor to meet our new California Secretary of State, Dr. Shirley Weber today at the home of Karen and Andy Thorburn. Dr. Weber is a former teacher, college professor, school board president, and state legislator. Dr. Weber is California’s first African American Secretary of State, the fourth woman to serve in the role, and only the fifth African American person to serve as a state constitutional officer in California’s 170-year history. Born to share croppers, Dr. Weber has made it her life’s work to make sure voting access is a given and not something searched for. Like me, Dr. Weber grew up in San Diego County, and we are so proud of all she has achieved. Please take Dr. Weber into consider for your vote this June during the primary election and beyond. She’s standing up for every Californian!
OCEAN VIEW NAMES NEW SUPERINTENDENT
OVSD's New Superintendent Appointed
OVSD Employees of the Year
Huntington Beach, CA=Thank you to School News Roll Call for including my article in this quarter’s edition. The Board of Trustees is proud to announce the Certificated and Classified employees of the year, we are so proud of you all. OVSD Stars 
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Park View Demolition Ceremony Today!
Huntington Beach, CA-Ocean View School District hosted a demolition ceremony for Park View School yesterday, Friday, March 25 at 5 p.m. at 16666 Tunstall Lane in Huntington Beach. The K-8 school educated thousands of students between 1969-1989. After the school closed in 1989, it was leased to the Huntington Beach Union High School District as an Adult Education and Independent Study School, but has been vacant since 2009. The district will tear down the school to provide the community with expanded green space adjacent to existing sports fields. The event featured local dignitaries, the presentation of items from a Park View School time capsule from 1969, former students and staff of Park View School, members of the Ocean View Little League and the OVSD Board of Trustees kicking off the demolition. We are delighted that this demolition will revitalize this neighborhood for our community. We are not selling the property to make way for more housing, instead we are going to provide additional open, green space for our residents to enjoy. As president of the OVSD Board of Trustees, I know this green space will be enjoyed for generations to come. The initial phase of the demolition involving the safe removal of asbestos and other hazardous materials has already taken place and the rest of the demolition will take place in the coming weeks!
OVSD News-Board Meeting Update
Huntington Beach, CA-From tonight’s March 22, 2022 Board of Trustees, a recap. Congratulations to Luis Camarena, Orange County’s Classified Employee of the Year in the Skilled Maintenance Worker category. Amazing work by Lake View students Makayla Mix and Maci Ford for being recognized by the Anaheim Ducks at their hockey game over the weekend for their designs. Wow, these girls are stars. The Districtwide Music Festival is going to be Thursday night at Marine View, and the City of HB’s student art show is coming up soon, featuring OVSD and HBUHSD student work. VP Patricia Singer and I will be attending the HB Assistance League’s event, they are having their annual fundraiser this Saturday at the HB Waterfront Hilton. VP Singer, Trustee Briscoe and I will be attending. Dr. Hansen and I were pleased to be expert panelists for the Robert Mayer Leadership Institute at the Goldenwest College last Wednesday. Lastly, we attended the City of HB/School Districts Quarterly Meeting to collaborate at City Hall. It’s been a busy week and we look forward to work upcoming fun!
OVSD News-Special Board Meeting
Huntington Beach, CA-I called a Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees in regards to hiring a new superintendent. We are currently interviewing candidates for the position to replace our retiring superintendent, Dr. Carol Hansen. More news to come soon on the progress of this process. Lastly, reminder that as of yesterday, masks are now optional in all OVSD schools, buildings, and at public meetings. We respect your choice, and welcome you to our meetings to participate. Masks are encouraged by the State of CA, but not required. Next regular board meeting will be Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 6pm. We look forward to seeing you then!
