Candidate Statements

The following are the views of the individual candidates and not necessarily those of FSTO/CTA/NEA.
Any candidate flyers linked below each candidate's statement constitute neither a recommendation nor support for any candidate by FSTO.
All candidates are listed in 2024-2025 CTA alphabetical order by last name for the 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

Vice President:

Amanda Gieser -  Dedicated to advocating for all members’ rights, better resources, and supportive work environments. Committed to amplifying your voices and ensuring you get the respect and support you deserve.

Secretary:

Magdalena Villalba -  As your current Secretary, I have the experience, knowledge, and commitment to continue to passionately advocate for all FSTO members and students.  Vote for Magdalena Villalba for Secretary.

Andria Sandoval -  I look forward to serving as FSTO Secretary to continue to support my colleagues. I appreciate your vote.

Site Representatives:

District Office

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Fullerton High

Magdalena Villalba -  I’ve represented our staff for more than a decade and it would be my honor to be elected the FSTO Site Rep for FUHS.  Vote for Magdalena to represent you.

La Habra

Joel Carlisle -  I have enjoyed spending time representing my La Habra Staff and would like to continue to represent them.

Carrie Forsythe -  I, Carrie Forsythe, have enjoyed serving as LHHS’s Site Rep these past 3 years; the most memorable in my 30 years teaching. I want to continue to represent your interests.

Representative Council Members:

Buena Park

Kimberly Blas -  As a current Rep. Council Member and Budget Committee member, I've consistently attended monthly and emergency meetings, and participated in the approval of Standing Rules, Organizational Structure, and more.

District Office

Jenny Redmond -  I'm the Special Education TOSA and have worked in FJUHSD for 18 years.

Fullerton Union

Gabrielle Kudron -  I believe in the strength of the union and want to be a support to my community of educators.

Jeff Oliva -  Thanks for voting!

Elizabeth Vasquez-Perez -  I am excited to announce my candidacy for council representative. I have learned so much from being a current representative and I look forward to continuing to deepen my knowledge.

Danica Perez -  I would like to continue my work.

La Habra

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La Sierra

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La Vista

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Sonora

Duy Nguyen -  I will do my best to represent Sonora’s interest at our FSTO monthly meeting.

Brittney Uribe -  I am new to teaching and will be new to union representation but I come from a union family and I am passionate about fighting for the rights of others.

Kenneth Eaves -  I am a teacher.

Tim Roach -  I will continue to serve our members.

Sehel Bawaney -  I would like to continue serving as a rep council member for Sonora High School.

Ana Lopez -  Dedicated to equity and collaboration.

Sunny Hills

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Troy

Jon Manuele -  I would like to be involved in our union / district decision making process in hopes to better support our work environment and students.