Meet the State Superintendent candidates: Richard Barrera, San Diego Unified board president
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Richard Barrera, San Diego Unified board president, is running for state superintendent of public instruction with the California Teachers Association's endorsement. He has 18 years of experience as a school board member and has steered the district's progressive agenda.
Richard Barrera, 59, is a candidate for state superintendent of public instruction. With 18 years of experience as a San Diego Unified school board member, including five as president, he has significantly influenced the district's policies. Barrera has been a senior adviser for special projects at the California Department of Education and has a background as a union organizer and labor leader. The California Teachers Association endorsed him, citing his track record in San Diego. Barrera supports the CTA's campaign to reduce school district reserves, which puts him at odds with some school boards. Under his leadership, San Diego Unified raised teacher salaries 50% in 12 years and now has an average teacher salary of $105,672. Barrera's candidacy is part of the June 2 California Primary Election.
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