Support for Vigdis Asmundson

Delaine Eastin
CA Superintendent of Public Instruction (ret.)

“It is with great enthusiasm that I endorse Vigdis Asmundson for Davis Joint Unified School District Board of Trustees. As a credentialed teacher who spent two decades in the classroom, she brings an important perspective as does her current work at the California Department of Education. Vigdis has an excellent work ethic and a brass backbone.  We need people who will stand up for our children, each and every one, when it comes to the vital work of developing future employees and employers, future voters and community members, good neighbors and responsible citizens. Vigdis has my complete support."

Dr. Cindy Pickett
Past President DJUSD School Board

"Vigdis Asmundson will bring a unique and much needed perspective to the DJUSD school board. As a K-12 science teacher, Asmundson has first-hand knowledge of how classrooms operate and what is truly needed for students to thrive. In addition, Asmundson worked with a wide range of students and has a deep understanding of the unique challenges that our most vulnerable students face. Finally, Asmundson has a strong commitment to creating an inclusive school environment that goes beyond resolutions to concrete actions. Asmundson would be a wonderful addition to the board, and I would be honored for the remainder of my term to be filled by her."

Bob Poppenga 
Davis School Board Trustee

“It is a real pleasure to endorse Vigdis Asmundson for Davis School Board.  She has a long track record of involvement in public education at both local and state levels.  Her experiences in classrooms and with educational policy-making will be real assets as a Board member.  Public education is currently facing many challenges that will undoubtedly persist for the foreseeable future and it is critical that we have Board members like Vigdis who will make evidence-based decisions for the benefit of all students, their parents, and our teachers and staff.”

Mariko Yamada
CA State Assembly District 04 - Retired

"At a time of great change and challenge, we are fortunate to have a Davis School Board candidate as eminently qualified as Vigdis Asmundson.
With more than two decades of experience in education, teaching diverse student populations both here and abroad, and now working on CA State education policy, Vigdis is poised and prepared to take on the hard work ahead on behalf of the Davis schools community."

Ann M. Evans
former Mayor, City of Davis
cofounder, Davis Farm to School

"Vigdis has shown a lifelong commitment to the wellbeing of the Davis community and I wholeheartedly endorse her for Davis School Board.  Her background in science and community health make her the right choice to address our current challenges. She not only has shown a passion for teaching but has also gone above and beyond as a volunteer to support students in establishing healthy habits. Her experience would be a tremendous contribution to the Board."

Don Saylor
Yolo County Board of Supervisors, District 2
DJUSD Trustee 1995-2003

“I am proud to support Vigdis Asmundson for election to the Davis School Board. Vigdis brings the voice of a classroom teacher and an education professional at a time when our Board needs it the most. She has a deep understanding of the needs of our diverse community. I trust her to listen and to place our kids at the center of each decision.”