Focus On Education

Three LAUSD Incumbents Running For Re-election

In 2026, LAUSD voters in even-numbered districts will decide who controls the board — and possibly the future of charter vs. public schools.

“Even though school board members are the nation’s largest group of elected officials,1 their role in shaping education remains opaque for many parents, educators, and voters.”

– 5 Reasons To Pay Attention to Local School Board Elections

In 2026, voters in even-numbered Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) board districts will decide the future direction of the nation’s second-largest school system. With supporters of the Charter School Industry currently outnumbered on the seven-member board, they need to sweep the election to regain a majority. Board Members loyal to charter schools currently control two of the three even-numbered seats.

In all three cases, the current representatives are eligible to defend their seats. All three have filed with the Los Angeles City Clerk to do so.

Board District 2: Dr. Rocio…