![]() Having worked in several at-promise communities has taught Michael on how to build supportive relationships. It can’t just be tolerance if we’re trying to cultivate community culture. He stresses that every experience becomes a sticking point. ![]() As the district as a whole aids day-to-day operations, we have a responsibility to engage with those who have a stake in the community.” Michael Vargas, Candidate for EGUSD Boardīeing assertive, as well as, being as available as possible is necessary for making informed decisions. “I want two things: a school board that’s open, and a school board that’s transparent. Initially, Michael believes there are a couple areas where he can provide a unique perspective. Overall, while adjustments are necessary, Michael feels utilizing these tools and strategies will lead to successes in school and in life. This funding would be specifically toward exploring post high school options. One way he aims to initiate this goal is by allocating up more funding for student body opportunities. All require an equity lens and continuing strides district wide to create positive impact is important to him. Not only are students challenged in catching up, but also parents and families. We’re now as a whole figuring out how to move forward.” Michael Vargas, Candidate for EGUSD Board “There’s the social and developmental piece where every single grade level, sixth grade to senior, has lost key aspects of interaction. EGUSD Candidate Michael Vargas & Cosumnes CSD Board President & Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Candidate Jaclyn Moreno Photo Credit: Michael Vargas Campaignįirst and foremost, he plans to address the overlaying impact of the pandemic and recovering from the learning milestones that may have been missed. Observing and involving himself in these environments kicked off and continued his efforts in leadership. It was volunteering for a program that brought underrepresented students from the local unified school district on to campus to encourage them to pursue higher education.” Michael Vargas, Candidate for EGUSD Board “One growing experience I had was in college. He also aims to encourage positive pathways for teaching pathways in EGUSD. Furthermore, he also navigates conversations of various standpoints. In doing so, he’s worked in many environments that require critical thinking and understanding. ![]() This inspired me to earn a Masters in Education and work in positions of counseling.” Michael Vargas, Candidate for EGUSD Board “I became interested in students’ transitions from high school to college, what the developmental processes were, and more. He expresses the privilege of helping youth evolve, whether in the classroom, or in life. In the beginning, innate curiosity in student development guided Michael’s involvement in equity programs. He proudly addressed his stance on educational equity, inclusive school environments, why his background would support his role and the value of his perspective as being openly LGBTQ, in a recent interview. Michael Vargas announced on August 11th that he is running for the Elk Grove Unified School Board in the November 2022 election.
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