Patty Lerner is running to keep a seat on the PVSD Board. With state control over funding and the education code local school boards don't have nearly as much control as people often assume. These aren't people running because of the immense power of the position. I respect the candidates for local office that put their names on a line to be judged by their friends and neighbors.

The Ventura County Star recently profiled the candidates in a news story for more background information.

The contest rules are simple: Send in a picture of a campaign sign that challenges my readers to figure out the location.

There will be winners announced for campaigns and for readers posting their answers. You don't need to register to comment but keep it classy.

So far Alan Barkwill of Simi Valley is best at figuring out these photographs.

Bob Rust is running a strong campaign for the Pleasant Valley School District. His website lists his endorsements including the union representing teachers in the district, The Ventura County Democratic Party, and elected education leaders. I expect that Bob Rust will win a seat on the PVSD Board.

Here is his new entry into my Where in Ventura County Contest. Click on continue reading to see the other entries.

Bob Rust is running for a seat on the Pleasant Valley School Board. His website lists his endorsements and biography but this picture above was submitted by his campaign for my where in Ventura County contest.

The goal is for a picture to be difficult, but not impossible, to figure out where it was taken.

You don't need to register to comment but keep it classy.

Where do you think this picture was taken? Be as specific as you can.

Click on continue reading for past entries or go to my blog Facebook page to upload your own entries.

( If I was on a board I would consider every school playing this on the last day. Maybe not.)

Is your local School Board interesting or boring? Would you rather have it the other way?

A maxim has been attributed to the Chinese as "May you live in interesting times". Read this interesting article for insight on the quote.

The top three school boards that attract the most political attention include Conejo, The County Board, and Camarillo.

To read an update on Camarillo schools click on continue reading. Otherwise consider this an open thread about local schools.

My suggestion: Instead of slagging people down tell us who you really want to run again for a school board seat or who you want to run for their first time as a school board member.

Nominate someone!

Thoughts?

Sorry but another season of bad puns is about to begin. Here is what I have found out about a recall effort in Camarillo.

( Direct quote from one or more sources)
" Camarillo parents are furious with the recent actions of the Pleasant Valley School Board Trustees and are forming a committee to start recall proceedings against the entire board. The e-mail contact is PVrecall@gmail.com.

Many parents feel that board is ill-equipped to handle any unification efforts when they can't adequately handle the educational needs of the K-8 students and their families. "

So, what else have you folks heard? I don't live in Camarillo so I haven't been following the recent situations with school closures with enough detail to comment.