John Curiel

About this race

Governs the local public school district. Sets the school budget and local school taxes, hires and oversees the superintendent, and approves curriculum, school calendars and policies.

4 candidates ran for Westside Union School District Governing Board Member (Los Angeles County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

About John Curiel

Westside Union School District trustee for about 21 years and current board vice president; was listed as a retired peace officer in 2022.

What they say they'll focus on:

• Fiscal responsibility and transparency
• Safe, well-maintained schools
• Supporting teachers and classified employees
• Responsible facilities investment
• Effective board governance

Summarized in our words from source 1, source 2, checked October 2026. Not an endorsement.

Where they stand

This is a nonpartisan race, so we don't estimate where candidates fall from their campaign materials or look up their personal voter registration. We'd place John Curiel only with a published academic score (from a voting record or campaign donors), and we haven't found one we can reliably source.

To see where they stand, read their own words: campaign site. What they say they'll focus on is listed above.

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Also running

• Shameka Andre
• Jennifer Navarro
• Andrew Rowe

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Quick answers

Is John Curiel the incumbent?

Yes. John Curiel currently holds this office.

What does the Westside Union School District Governing Board Member seat do?

Governs the local public school district. Sets the school budget and local school taxes, hires and oversees the superintendent, and approves curriculum, school calendars and policies.

Who is John Curiel running against?

Shameka Andre, Jennifer Navarro and Andrew Rowe, for Westside Union School District Governing Board Member (Los Angeles County).

Should I vote for John Curiel?

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