Candidate Statements

The following are the views of the individual candidates and not necessarily those of BPTA/CTA/NEA.
Any candidate flyers linked below each candidate's statement constitute neither a recommendation nor support for any candidate.
All candidates are listed in 2024-2025 CTA alphabetical order by position they are running for.
C K N G U E H A M Y R J O V Q D Z B P F T L W X I S

Secretary:

Rachel Rathjen - I am organized and detail-oriented, dedicated to effective communication with our members. I support all sites district-wide and am an active BPTA member. Vote for me!

 

Site Rep:

ARTHUR F COREY

Jenni Gerdes - BPTA rep for over 25 years. Cares for students and staff. Honored to advocate for staff & to work with admin. Desires to build a culture of encouragement in BPSD.

 

BEATTY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Please Write In Candidate(s)

 

BUENA PARK DISTRICT OFFICE

Rachel Rathjen - I aim to continue to be a voice of support for the unique needs of our non-teacher members.

      BUENA PARK LEARNING CENTER

      Please Write In Candidate(s)

BUENA PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Keith Quijada - Please vote for me!

Megan Vanderwest - I am passionate about advocating for the interests of others, ensuring open communication, and, playing an active role in making decisions that benefit our members.

 

CARL E GILBERT

Jenifer Krowel -  I would like to continue to be Site Rep for Gilbert, I enjoy keeping Staff/Coworkers updated on important information in connection with BPTA and District. Thank you.

Elizabeth Reilly - I would like to represent Gilbert teachers at our union meetings. Bring important information to them and be a voice for Gilbert staff at BPTA meetings.

 

CHARLES G EMERY

Christine Kai -  I love this!

Rachelle Montelli-Casares -  

 

JAMES A WHITAKER

Daniele Fuson - Hello….I’m ready to go again.

 

MABEL L PENDLETON

Monica Young - I have enjoyed being your site rep and would like to continue serving as your rep.

Lynn Sipes - I am honored to continue as your site rep.