I've dedicated my life to education and the public school system. As a young   child, my Mother  always taught me the importance of getting a quality education and how that would lead me to a successful future.  To this day, I still hold that advice close to my heart.  

 As homeowners in Whittier and a important stakeholders in the community, my wife Lupe and I believe in strong family values,  respect for others, and that a child's success at school begins in the home.  "An involved parent equals an involved student."

  I'm currently in my 15th year working in the public education system as a school administrator and teacher at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. 

My administrative experience has been as a Principal, Assistant Principal, and Dean of Student Services. My teaching experience has been as a Middle School and Adult School Teacher.

I received my Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology/Physical Education from California State University, Los Angeles; my Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of La Verne; and currently working on my Doctorate Degree (Ed.D.) in  Educational Leadership.  

My wife Lupe is an elementary teacher.