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Karen Sher

Ventura County School Superintendent

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Education Timely, inclusive special education (IEP/504) and strong transition services that deliver long-term outcomes. Wages / Job Benefits Recruiting, retaining, and supporting educators through competitive pay, collective bargaining, mentoring, and pipeline program. Taxes / Budget Protecting local control while assisting with transparency and results, and being a supportive leader for local school districts – like a County Superintendent should. Education Improved attendance and engagement, early literacy/academic acceleration, and robust CTE, dual enrollment, and career-connected pathways in safe, inclusive campuses and modern facilities. Education Community schools, wraparound services, mental health and wellness, and strong nutrition/farm-to-school programs.

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