Tanara Saba
Canyon HS
Board of Education Members
The Orange Unified School District Board of Education welcomes your input and can be reached by calling (714) 628-4487. Comments can also be emailed to board@orangeusd.org.
Stephen R. D. Glass, Ed.D.
“We are entrusted with the lives and futures of our students, and we must build a system that does not deny them possibility, but insists upon it without compromise.”
- Board President
- Distinguished Faculty in Residence and Program Coordinator for the Educational Administration Program at California State University, Long Beach
- Holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Morehouse College and a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from California State University, Long Beach
- Former Orange Unified teacher and administrator with 27 years in public education, bringing the perspectives of an educator, parent, and community member to Board service
- OUSD parent and City of Orange resident for more than 15 years
- President of the Nu Tau Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, mentor with 100 Black Men of Orange County, and active member of the NAACP
- Priorities: Academic excellence, literacy, responsible stewardship of public resources, innovation, and expanding opportunities for every learner
Andrea Yamasaki
"Every student deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed in an environment where they feel supported, valued, and prepared for the future. My commitment is to ensure Orange Unified provides a well-rounded, student-centered education that empowers every learner to reach their full potential."
- Board Vice President
- More than 25 years of service advocating for students, schools, and families
- Current board member for the Orange Unified Council PTA, Canyon High School Foundation, STARS Foundation of Running Springs, Orange County School Boards Association, Asian Pacific Islander School Board Members Association
- Brings a lifelong appreciation for diversity, community engagement, and public service
- OUSD parent of three graduates and longtime Anaheim Hills resident
- Active advocate for strong school-family partnerships and community involvement
- Priorities: Student-centered decision-making, educational excellence, equitable opportunities, and representing the diverse needs of all students
Sara J. Pelly
“As a lifelong educator, I am dedicated to putting students first by promoting fiscal responsibility and the equitable distribution of resources to ensure every family has a powerful voice and a path to success.”
- Board Clerk
- Former Orange Unified teacher and principal with more than three decades in education
- Literacy Director at Chapman University (through May 2026)
- OUSD resident for 37 years
- Previous volunteer with Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs and other community organizations
- Lifelong advocate for literacy, student achievement, and educational excellence
- Priorities: Fiscal responsibility, modern facilities, equitable resources, and student achievement
Kris Erickson, J.D.
“Every child in Orange Unified deserves a high-quality education in safe, modern schools where they are supported, engaged, challenged by rigorous academics, and offered real-world opportunities that help them discover their passions and prepare for meaningful careers. Orange Unified School District did that for me and my family, and I want every child to have the same opportunity to thrive.”
- Board member since 2018 and immediate past Board President
- Lifelong Orange Unified community member, El Modena High School graduate, and practicing attorney for 33 years
- OUSD parent and longtime volunteer, honored with the Golden Oak Award for extraordinary service to children and youth
- Co-founder of C.A.R.E., the grassroots coalition that secured passage of Measure S, OUSD's major high school modernization investment
- Nonprofit board member, including service with a local family resource center supporting families in need
- Priorities: Safe, modern schools; rigorous academics; and expanded career and college opportunities for all students
Ana Martinez Goodlander
“I am committed to ensuring every student in Orange Unified School District has access to a high-quality, inclusive education by prioritizing responsible stewardship of resources, supporting educators and strong family engagement, expanding equitable opportunities, and keeping students at the center of every decision to foster a culture where all students can thrive.”
- Board member since 2020 and Board President in 2024
- Education leader, Chapman University instructor, and Ph.D. candidate
- OUSD graduate and parent of two Orange Unified students
- Former education leader with First 5 Orange County, Pretend City Children's Museum, and Fullerton College
- Former president of the Orange County Association for the Education of Young Children (OCAEYC)
- Priorities: Student learning, family engagement, and fiscal responsibility
Matthew Thomas
“I’m more than delighted as well as honored to serve and support each and every student and their families within OUSD.”
- Lifelong Orange resident and third-generation Orange High School graduate
- Director of Transportation with nearly 30 years in school transportation
- Former President of the California Association of School Transportation Officials (CASTO)
- Active leader in statewide school transportation and community organizations
- Brings decades of experience in student transportation, operations, and public service
- Priorities: Student safety, fiscal transparency, campus improvements, and beautification
Sierra Vane, Ph.D.
“I believe that public education plays a central role in sustaining a strong and engaged community, and I remain committed to supporting access to opportunities that allow every student to succeed and contribute meaningfully to society.”
- Board Member
- Professor of Political Science at Mt. San Antonio College
- OUSD parent and Orange resident since 2015
- Former instructor at UC Irvine, Cal Poly Pomona, and Fullerton College
- Active member of the Junior League of Orange County, a women's leadership and community service organization
- Brings experience in higher education, civic engagement, and public service
- Priorities: Strong reading and math foundations, modern facilities, and student success
2026-2027 Student Representatives
Payden Thibodeau
El Modena HS
Judith Rincon
Richland HS
Atziry Lopez
Orange HS
Nicholas Franks
Villa Park HS
Map Prepared by Davis Demographics, November 24, 2014