QUICK GLANCE
A proud alumnus of the Campbell Union School District, Richard Nguyen believes every student in our district deserves a high quality education. Committed to student success, Richard regularly volunteers in the classroom, coaching a high school mock trial team and mentoring at-risk students. With a law degree from UC Davis and a master's degree in public policy from the University of Michigan, Richard brings fresh ideas and solutions to the CUSD school board
As a trustee, Richard has voted and advocated for after-school programs, a classroom laptop for every student, and other smart investments that helps kids learn and succeed. In addition to board meetings, Richard can often be found at the 12 CUSD schools, engaging parents, teachers, administrators and students, as well as supporting their wonderful programs.
A proud alumnus of the Campbell Union School District, Richard Nguyen believes every student in our district deserves a high quality education. Committed to student success, Richard regularly volunteers in the classroom, coaching a high school mock trial team and mentoring at-risk students. With a law degree from UC Davis and a master's degree in public policy from the University of Michigan, Richard brings fresh ideas and solutions to the CUSD school board
As a trustee, Richard has voted and advocated for after-school programs, a classroom laptop for every student, and other smart investments that helps kids learn and succeed. In addition to board meetings, Richard can often be found at the 12 CUSD schools, engaging parents, teachers, administrators and students, as well as supporting their wonderful programs.
FULL BIOGRAPHY
Growing up with limited resources in the district, Richard Nguyen wants to ensure that all our students receive an excellent education by working with parents, teachers, administrators, and community members to improve our schools.
Attending K-12 public schools in San Jose and Campbell, Richard's passion for improving our educational system started when he was in the 3rd grade. Realizing that the school library had worn-out books, he wrote a letter - with a picture of an apple tree - to his local city councilwoman asking for help. The councilwoman graciously mailed a check to the Principal to purchase new books.
Since then, Richard has been advocating for public education. He served on the School Site Council (the budgetary committee) in middle and high school. Richard led two undergraduate classes to lobby the state legislature to make higher education more accessible. He was a graduate student instructor at the University of Michigan. While in law school, he provided research for a lawsuit arguing the state's inadequate funding of K-12 public education violated the state constitution.
Growing up with limited resources in the district, Richard Nguyen wants to ensure that all our students receive an excellent education by working with parents, teachers, administrators, and community members to improve our schools.
Attending K-12 public schools in San Jose and Campbell, Richard's passion for improving our educational system started when he was in the 3rd grade. Realizing that the school library had worn-out books, he wrote a letter - with a picture of an apple tree - to his local city councilwoman asking for help. The councilwoman graciously mailed a check to the Principal to purchase new books.
Since then, Richard has been advocating for public education. He served on the School Site Council (the budgetary committee) in middle and high school. Richard led two undergraduate classes to lobby the state legislature to make higher education more accessible. He was a graduate student instructor at the University of Michigan. While in law school, he provided research for a lawsuit arguing the state's inadequate funding of K-12 public education violated the state constitution.
An attorney, Richard coaches a high school mock trial team in his spare time, teaching students critical thinking and advocacy skills. He mentors students struggling in school. Richard also serves on a high school foundation with parents, teachers, administrators and community leaders to fund and oversee projects that help students.
On July 15, 2015, Richard became a school board member of the Campbell Union School District. In his first year as a trustee, Richard's voting record and advocacy show that he will always put students first. He is also committed to engaging and empowering parents, teachers, students, staff and the community. With his unique skills and experience, Richard is a needed voice on the school board.
On July 15, 2015, Richard became a school board member of the Campbell Union School District. In his first year as a trustee, Richard's voting record and advocacy show that he will always put students first. He is also committed to engaging and empowering parents, teachers, students, staff and the community. With his unique skills and experience, Richard is a needed voice on the school board.
Paid for by Richard Nguyen for School Board 2018, FPPC # 1387397