Candidate for
Board Member; Bakersfield City School District

Don Murfin, local educator and former Bakersfield City School District Interim Superintendent

• "Ken has demonstrated a commitment to the students by providing leadership to reduce class size, extend kindergarten academic hours, and implement a junior high and middle school reading program."

• "He has kept the district focused on the basics and test scores are showing steady improvement"

• "Knowing the kind of person you are and the dedication you have always shown to whatever assignment you are given helps me to feel confident that you are the best candidate for this position."

• "Ken was there from the very beginning of the turn around of the Bakersfield City School District. His vision, creativity, and fearless tenacity have made all the difference in offering a better education to our children."

• "It is vital to our community that you continue to serve on the BCSD Board of Trustees."

• "The stable influence and perceptive business sense you bring to the district is extremely important."