News and Press

15 OCTOBER 2021 / FEATURED ARTICLE

School Board President Aguilar announces campaign for re-election to the San Leandro School Board

By campaign staff. San Leandro School Board President James Aguilar formally announced he's running for re-election on Friday, ringing in big local and statewide endorsements.

School Board President Aguilar announces slate of June primary endorsements

By campaign staff. President Aguilar has announced a preliminary list of who he is supporting in the June 2022 primary election, weighing in on key races across the state and in Alameda County.

President Aguilar issues updated list of endorsers for re-election campaign

By campaign staff. President Aguilar has scored major endorsements from former Superintendent Delaine Eastin, Senator Lena Gonzalez, Supervisor Matt Haney, Vice Mayor Malia Vella, and many more.

Trustee Aguilar elected to statewide post at California School Boards Association

By Keziah Moss. As a CSBA Director, Aguilar will play a greatly expanded role in advocating for public school students, families, and educational staff in Region 7 through partnerships with state and federal agencies.

Trustee Aguilar reflects on Assembly campaign, endorses attorney and activist Janani Ramachandran

By James Aguilar. Against all odds, I ran for the California State Assembly. No, I didn't win. But, I can say it was a hell of a ride. Of those running, many asked, "who the hell do you think you are?"

Against all odds, I ran for the California State Assembly. No, I didn’t win. But, I can say that it was a hell of a ride. Of everyone running in the special election, many acutely asked to me specifically, “who the hell do you think you are?”

25 MARCH 2021

Out political leaders seek Bonta's 18th Assembly district seat

By Matthew Bajko. Nearly two years ago, Gay San Leandro Unified School District Board Member James Aguilar had told the Bay Area Reporter he planned to run for State Assembly in 2022.

6 MARCH 2021

San Francisco State students make their mark on Bay Area school boards

By San Francisco State University. All San Francisco State University students are interested in education, of course. But two Gators - James Aguilar and Taylor Sims - are taking their love for learning even further.

8 SEPTEMBER 2020

California School Boards Association member profile: Trustee James Aguilar

By CSBA. "Use your powerful voice to advance your district to become a model. My last bit of advice, too, is that while we do our work at the dais, we should take our fight to Sacramento as well."

21 AUGUST 2019

At 19, Gay school leader already has eyes on higher office

By Matthew Bajko. Asked to describe his tenure so far on the school board, Aguilar responded, "Mostly it has been a very positive experience. I am very fortunate to be on a board that feels like family."

11 AUGUST 2019

Trustee Aguilar awarded by Congress and other leaders as "Emerging Leader"

By Campaign Staff. On Sunday, Trustee James Aguilar was awarded by Congresswoman Barbara Lee and other state and local leaders as "Emerging Leader" of East Bay Queer elected officials and community.

11 DECEMBER 2018 / WHERE IT BEGAN

James Aguilar sworn in as San Leandro School Board member, becomes youngest ever

By Campaign Staff. On Tuesday, James Aguilar was sworn in by former Leadership teacher Glenna Wurm-Hayenga as Trustee for Area 6. He becomes the youngest to hold office in San Leandro history.

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