ENDORSEMENTS
"With his work for New Leaders and Faith in the Valley, Levine has rich experience in trying to improve conditions for low-income families. Fresno Unified serves some of the nation's poorest neighborhoods. As an instructor himself, Levine also knows the challenges teachers have to face, especially in the time of COVID. Additionally, he has shown skill in creating civil discourse, which is sorely needed at Fresno Unified board meetings these days. Yet Levine can state his position without being intimidated by any opposition."
- The Fresno Bee Editorial Board
Published March 14, 2022
As an educator, Andy will be a strong voice on the FUSD board of trustees. His focus on community schools will help lead the district forward. I look forward to working with him as a partner to strengthen our education system.
- Dr. Joaquin Arambula
Assemblymember, District 31
"Black Women Organized for Political Action (BWOPA) is proud to endorse Andy Levine for Fresno Unified School Board Trustee, Area 5. Andy has proven to be a dedicated advocate for the children in the Fresno High area and throughout the District. Former Trustee Carol Mills, a life member of BWOPA, was very dedicated to the challenges of the students in District 5 and gave 100% to their betterment. BWOPA feels that candidate Andy Levine expresses those same qualities and would be a great addition to the FUSD Board of Trustees.
- Cynthia A. Sterling
Chapter President, Fresno / SJV Chapter
Billie Jelks-Hood, Chapter PAC Chairperson
"I support Andy Levine for Trustee of Area 5 because I believe integrity breeds success and Andy exemplifies honesty, fairness, and thoughtfulness. With that I believe he will use those qualities to create a better balance between academics and social and emotional support for every student and adult in Fresno Unified."
- Rev. DJ Criner
Community Leader; Senior Pastor, St. Rest Baptist Church
"Teachers, school nurses, and trades professionals endorse Andy because he is a thoughtful and creative leader who will work to ensure our district meets its core mission of providing quality education for all students. Andy is not only knowledgeable about community schools but wants to make them a reality in FUSD. Andy respects educators’ expertise and is willing to work alongside students, parents, and teachers to create thriving learning environments."
- Manuel Bonilla
President, Fresno Teachers Association
"Andy is resolute in his commitment to serve Fresno students, teachers and this community. He is an educator and community builder who has never backed away from doing hard things and working to remove educational barriers for all students. This is why as a parent, I am confident that Andy is the leader we need on the FUSD Board of Trustees."
- Geri Yang-Johnson
Fresno High Area Parent
"As a resident of the Fresno HIgh Area and a parent of twins enrolled in Fresno Unified, I support Andy Levine to represent our area on the Fresno Unified Board. Andy is a thoughtful leader and a good listener. He will represent our Fresno High area well. Please join me by voting for Andy.
- Hugo Morales
Fresno High Parent,
California State University Trustee Emeritus
"I was a student of Andy’s right at the height of COVID. Despite the challenges that school year brought, Professor Levine always made class a great and vibrant discussion, as well as thoughtful. I say thoughtful because he was kind, understanding, and fun! His class ranks as one of the best courses I ever took at Fresno State because it taught me valuable information on society that I value and use still to this day. He brought in experts from our city and made sure the emotions were captured and conveyed even through a computer screen. Professor Levine is not only an extraordinary teacher, he is a wonderful person. He helped me navigate my way into professional networking with California legislators despite knowing me for only a few weeks. He takes his students and profession seriously, and I can't see a better candidate."
