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Richard Barrera

Richard Barrera

Nonpartisan · California · 2026

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Superintendent Of Public InstructionCalifornia · 2026

Top priorities

  • Strengthen public school funding and student support
  • Improve student achievement and career pathways
  • Partner with educators, families, and districts statewide

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Biography

Richard Barrera is a San Diego Unified School District board member and a candidate for California superintendent of public instruction. His campaign emphasizes public school investment, student support, workforce pathways, and collaboration with educators and families.

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