2020 LAUSD ELECTIONS

Where Is This “Public School Mom’s” Public School Support?

Marilyn Koziatek claims that she is running as an LAUSD parent. If so, then why does all of her support come from the charter school industry?

Marilyn Koziatek claims that she is running as “a public school parent,” but her campaign website does not show that she has any support from the public school community. Her two elementary-aged sons attend an LAUSD school (which she admits provides them with an excellent education), but she does not list any endorsements or testimonials from the teachers or parents at this school. Koziatek claims to be “a member of the Parent-Teacher Association at her kids’ public school,” but members of this organization are also missing from her list of endorsees.

Compare this to the list of people who have endorsed her opponent, Scott Schmerelson. This lifetime educator is supported by the unions which represent the professionals who work directly with our students. This includes everyone from the teachers to special education aides. He has earned the endorsement of California’s Superintendent of Instruction, Tony Thurmond, and public education expert Dr. Diane Ravitch. The Network for Public Education Action, which has a mission “to…