Jag Lathan

Taxes / Budget Advocate at the state and federal level for updates to the current funding model—moving from Average Daily Attendance (ADA) to enrollment-based funding—and for increased funding that reflects California’s high cost of living. Education Create and strengthen partnerships between districts, higher education, industry, and labor to align learning with real-world opportunities, including apprenticeship and internship programs. Education Promote positive school climates that emphasize belonging, accountability, and student voice by providing training on research-based programs for today’s youth. Taxes / Budget Promote transparency and responsible fiscal planning by leading workshops that support districts in making student-centered budgeting decisions that prioritize learning, safety, and well-being. Education Expand and connect career pathways, including STEM, Career Technical Education (CTE), and applied learning, so students can see clear routes from school to careers. Education Expand high-quality professional learning so educators are equipped to support multilingual, multi-dialectal, and dyslexic learners—including students with language-based learning differences—as well as students with disabilities. Education Provide training to districts on evidence-based literacy instruction grounded in the Science of Reading, including phonics, comprehension, critical thinking, and writing across the curriculum. Healthcare Strengthen access to school-based mental health supports, including coordinated partnerships and services. Education Support districts in reducing reliance on suspensions by promoting healing-informed, restorative approaches that keep students engaged in school.