Candidate for
Board Member; San Marcos Unified School District

• "San Marcos has a reputation of being among the finest districts in the state. It is recognized for its strong student achievement and fiscal responsibility. During her tenure Sharon Jenkins has demonstrated outstanding Board leadership in each of these areas. The community is fortunate to have someone of Sharon's commitment and leadership abilities to represent them." (Rudy Castruita, Former Superintendent, San Diego County Office of Education)

• "Sharon Jenkins is one of the best Board members I have had the opportunity to work with in my 18 years as a Superintendent. She represents the community, the kids and the employees extremely well. She does her homework. Student achievement is her highest priority. She understands the importance of working as a governance team and is not afraid of making the difficult decisions. I have worked with over 25 board members and she among the best. Re-elect her and keep San Marcos among the very best school districts in California." (Dr. Larry Maw, Retired Superintendent, SMUSD)

• "I've known Sharon Jenkins for many years and have learned to truly respect her selfless dedication and willingness to work for the betterment of the San Marcos Unified School District. As a former PTO President and Grad Night Chairman, I learned how important the Board leadership is and I cannot think of a better person to make the tough and thankless decisions necessary to make the District successful. My vote will always be for Sharon Jenkins for School Board." (Steve Kildoo, Longtime San Marcos resident and Commissioner, San Marcos Planning Commission)

• "Many people talk about improving education, but Sharon Jenkins walks the walk. As a fellow member of the Valley of Discovery Education Foundation board of directors, I have seen firsthand Sharon's passion for helping students, and her commitment to improving the educational experience of all students in SMUSD. Sharon is a leader within that organization, and continually impresses me with her willingness to volunteer her time to projects that will actually help the kids in the classroom; most of done without recognition or accolades.As a parent of two elementary school students in SMUSD, I trust Sharon to make the important decisions that may impact my children's' education. You have my vote Sharon, because you have earned my vote." (Randy Walton, San Elijo Community resident and Board Member, Valley of Discovery Education Foundation)

• "Sharon has dedicated her life to the well being of not only her own children but to all the children of San Marcos. I hope her many years of community service continue on the School Board as she is a community commodity that should never be traded away....I encourage everyone to consider voting for Sharon Jenkins for the San Marcos School Board." (Jane Simmons, Past Member - SMUSD Bond Oversight Committee)

• "We have had the pleasure of knowing Sharon Jenkins for the past 30 years. Throughout her adult life, Sharon has always been an positive advocate for children. She is straight forward and honest. As teachers in the Vista Unified School District, we wish that we had school board members of Sharon's quality and integrity on our board. We wholeheartedly endorse Sharon Jenkins for the San Marcos school board." (Dickie and Tanuya Bivin)

• "Sharon's track record as school board and community leader shows her dedication to San Marcos students and our community. She has served with integrity, passion and knowledge based on doing her homework for board decisions. Sharon has been a major factor in actions and programs of the district and individual schools receiving widespread recognition for quality education giving students the best of opportunities. My school board vote is for Sharon Jenkins!" (Ash Hayes, E.D. 29 years - San Diego City Schools teacher, coach, district central office administrator, and faculty member at UCLA, 17 years - San Marcos resident)

• "I have known Sharon Jenkins for several years and my respect for her performance as a member of the school board continues to grow. By both word and deed she has shown her steadfast commitment to constantly raise the bar in educating our children while maintaining the fiscal responsibility that has made our school district the envy of its peers. She has my wholehearted support." (Kirk Effinger, Parent; Member, San Marcos High School PTO; Board Member, Valley of Discovery Education Foundation; Board Member, San Marcos Chamber of Commerce)

• "Sharon and I have shared many joys, and occasional trying moments, while raising our families for the past 20 years. In all that time, when I've been frazzled Sharon has consistently kept her composure and offered sound counsel. Sharon is a great friend who time and again has proven to be selfless in offering support when others around her are in need. Many people step back when things "go south"; Sharon steps forward. The community and the school district are lucky to have a person of Sharon's talents and caring involved in the leadership of San Marcos." (Sandy Schramm, Longtime San Marcos Resident)

• "Sharon Jenkins has served SMUSD as a board member for eight years and as a volunteer in the elementary , middle and high school well beyond that. I have worked with her on numerous occasions and have witnessed Sharons dedication to all students in SMUSD. Sharon has voted her conscience for what is best for all students while maintaining a fiscally sound budget. In my opinion Sharon represents this district for all the right reasons. She has a clear understanding of what our problems and challenges are and will continue to do her best to improve it." (Sheila Trebbin, Carlsbad Resident, past San Marcos Middle School PTO President, past San Marcos High School PTO President)

• "I first met Sharon more than 10 years ago when she volunteered as Treasurer for Discovery Elementary School's Parent Teacher Organization. She and I have also served together on the San Marcos School Board. I have seen firsthand how Sharon's effective leadership and intellect have positively impacted the District. She always places the best interests of all students and the District first-and-foremost in her decision making. Sharon is a person of integrity, character and high moral values; she is committed to our students, our schools, and our community, and the best choice for our school board." (Jay Petrek, San Marcos High School PTO President, past SMUSD Board Vice-President, past Discovery Elementary PTO President)

• "I was a school board member of the San Marcos Unified School District for twelve years, and I can tell you it is a position that requires an overwhelming desire to serve, much time, and an appropriate responsibility to the students, teachers and members of the community. Sharon Jenkins has "walked the walk". She knows you can't better education by simply talking about it, but that one must strive and bit by bit succeed in making San Marcos Unified School District the very best it can be. To achieve that goal, Sharon Jenkins has never hesitated to vote for action she believes to be in the best interests of the students and community. It takes courage to take a stand, but her values are ethical, practical and responsible. Let's keep San Marcos Unified School District moving forward and vote for Sharon Jenkins for the San Marcos Unified Governing Board." (Lucy H. Gross, past SMUSD Board Member)

• "Sharon Jenkins has been the voice of reason and experience on the San Marcos school board for the past 8 years. She has always been responsive to my comments and concerns. I appreciate Sharon's willingness to support our schools not only with her time but financially as well. Sharon has a big heart, a love for this district and a focus on what is best for our children. Thank you Sharon for your dedication and your efforts to keep improving San Marcos for our children. You have my vote!" (Pam Lindamood, Parent Representative, San Marcos High School Site Council and Past PTO President, Carrillo Elementary)

• "Sharon Jenkins has always demonstrated genuine concern for children and parents in our district. She is a person of integrity and someone who carefully considers all sides when making a decision. She is not afraid of hard work and has been an enthusiastic supporter of many activities in our community. She knows our district well and is a champion for our continuing improvements. We are lucky that she is willing to serve on our school board!" (Liz Anderson, Treasurer, San Marcos High School PTO and Past Board Member at La Costa Elementary and San Marcos Middle School)

• "Sharon is a proven leader who works diligently for San Marcos students, teachers, parents. She places a high value on performance results and programs that will work in improve student achievement. San Marcos' schools and students need Sharon to continue working for all of us." (Darrell Gentry, Director and Board Member Vallecitos Water District, San Marcos Chamber of Commerce)

• "Sharon Jenkins is the classic good neighbor with a heart of gold. With incredible integrity and thoughtfulness, her goal is always to do what's best for our kids in this District. As a parent and a community member, I wholeheartedly support Sharon Jenkins for San Marcos School Board." (Susan Denny, San Marcos Resident)

• "I have known Sharon Jenkins for twelve years, in her roles as a Girl Scout leader, parent, school board member, and friend. She has always been a very involved parent and is a well-respected member of our community. She is the one board member you can count on to be at almost all of the district's school functions. Sharon listens to her peers and votes in a well informed manner. I believe the SMUSD has been better served by having Sharon as President, and I know she will continue to keep the student's best interests at heart." (Marsha Singer, MHHS Senior Class Parent Representative)

• "Regarding the recent upheaval within the San Marcos Unified School District, I am now standing even more firmly behind my candidate of choice, Sharon Jenkins. I personally believe that it is extremely difficult to stay 'ethical' in an 'unethical world.' Sharon is known among those who truly know her as a person with conviction, morals, and values, and hats off to her for not budging to give in to those who do not share the same. Sharon, you have my confidence and vote." (Barbie Caldwell)

• "It is with great pride I endorse Sharon Jenkins for SMUSD board. I feel confident she will continue to make sound, well thought out decisions, while taking all sides into consideration and avoiding partisan agendas. We should all be thankful someone as civic minded and respected as Sharon is willing to continue serving on our school board. Sharon Jenkins has a long history of service to our community and schools. She has been supportive of local service organizations and has tirelessly volunteered in our schools for 15 years. Sharon Jenkins has been a highly visible school board member and attends numerous school and community functions." (Carleen Southard, 20-year San Marcos resident and SMUSD parent, Past President of SMHS and WPMS Band Bloosters, Past Volunteer Coordinator, WPMS PTO)

• "Sharon Jenkins is an intelligent woman who makes excellent choices for the San Marcos schools. I have been associated with her in many volunteer efforts throughout my children's school years and am proud to support her in her attempts to be re-elected to a seat on the School Board. I have been able to depend on her to assist me in all efforts relating to my children's education. She is a fabulous resource and makes choices for the schools that are student-centric. I am proud to say that I plan to vote for her and I encourage you to do the same." (Lori Asaro, Parent, Escondido)

• Richard and OlaMae Bivin
  
• Randy and Barbie Caldwell
  
• Thom Clark
  
• Pat Ebert
  
• Richard Fowler
  
• Pia Harris-Ebert
  
• Greg and Eva Jenkins
  
• Madeline Jenkins
  
• Scott and Gail Kirchneier
  
• John Lauer
  
• Stan Miller
  
• Marklyn Retzer
  
• Al and Neta Richardson
  
• Dwayne and Martha Richardson
  
• Ted Saulino
  
• Susan Spock
  
• Karen Staats
  
• Joan Thatcher
  
• Robert Whitford
  
• Verna Whitford
  
• Becky Witters
  
• Rick Petek
  
• Marcia Kern
  
• Sheila Morris
  
• Henry Palmer
  
• Gary and Sharon Lomayesra