JOHN CRAIG
for Palo Alto School Board 2026
Vote for collaborative & transparent schools that deliver for students & families
Dear neighbors,
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My wife, Jenny, and I are public school graduates, and today we're raising a 7th grader in Palo Alto's public schools. I am running because every student deserves an exceptional education, and every family deserves a district that is accountable and transparent to families at every level. I come from a family of educators, judges and journalists who taught me the value of learning, integrity, asking difficult questions and taking action.  My qualifications:
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Extensive board and management experience: Managed and exercised board oversight on teams of thousands from diverse cultures/countries and budgets comparable to and substantially larger than PAUSDs (~400 million forecasted 2026-’27).
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Proven leadership through growth and change: Executive experience across industrial, hard and soft tech, media, consumer, non-profit (PrideVision), consulting (McKinsey), board governance and labor union negotiations globally.
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Committed, independent PAUSD parent & volunteer:Â I am running an independent grassroots campaign with no strong ties to larger political organizations like the unions, parties or other special interests. I will represent the community without fear or favor.
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Palo Alto sits at the heart of Silicon Valley, with extraordinary resources, great families, and great teachers; we can and should deliver the world's best TK-12 experience. Your vote is a sacred trust, and I would be honored to uphold it.
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With gratitude,
