In the midst of a year that has brought challenges to all of us, one bright spot is our ability to make our voices heard this election on a topic valued by everyone—quality education. Dr. Richard Fulton, who is running for reelection to represent District 3 on the Santa Barbara County Education Board of Trustees, has consistently provided exemplary leadership on behalf of our children and schools.
He has brought integrity, decency, and passion to the job and has been integral to the success of the game-changing Computers for Families program as well as Partners for Education, a model of public/private partnership where local businesses and committed community volunteers support our kids. He played a key role in the county’s internship program, which has provided more than 650 students with internships in local businesses over the last six years.
The Santa Barbara Country education board is nonpartisan and has had a track record of putting children first. Its board doesn’t seek the limelight or have a political agenda—it just works tremendously hard to make sure the children of Santa Barbara County succeed. The board has been innovative and has championed creative thinking and learning. If you have ever been to the countywide science fair, you have seen how well our children have been nurtured and taught.
Dr. Fulton is a physician who comes from a family of teachers. He has spent years volunteering his time to improve education because he truly cares about our children and their futures. Richard has been our neighbor for more than 20 years, and I have seen firsthand his commitment to our community. If you live in Goleta north of the 101, or Lompoc, or portions of the Santa Ynez Valley, you live in District 3. Please join us in voting for Dr. Richard Fulton on Nov. 3.
Jim Deacon
Susan Christol Deacon, former trustee,
Santa Barbara Unified School District
