Community Endorsements

I am pleased to endorse Brian A. Foster for the Castro Valley Unified School Board.

Mr. Foster taught social studies (history, government, and economics) at Newark Memorial High School for four years, and during that time he also encouraged students to participate in civic engagement, early voter registration, and volunteer projects.

I grew up in Castro Valley and have always appreciated its small town flavor, similar to Newark, and your town’s commitment to academic excellence.

Please vote for my good friend, Brian, who has a passion for ensuring a quality education for all students.

—Michael Hannon
Mayor, City of Newark, Raised in Castro Valley

I am proud to endorse Brian Foster for Castro Valley Unified School District Board Area 4.

Brian has demonstrated a strong commitment to our community, thoughtful leadership, and a genuine interest in ensuring that Castro Valley students receive the best possible educational opportunities. As a longtime resident, business owner, and community advocate, I believe our schools benefit from leaders who listen, engage with the community, and focus on practical solutions that support students, teachers, and families.

Brian brings the experience, integrity, and dedication needed to help guide our school district through future challenges and opportunities. I am confident he will serve the students and residents of Castro Valley with professionalism and a commitment to excellence.

—Ken Carbone
Castro Valley Resident, Business Owner & Community Advocate

Partial List of Endorsements

Nate Miley, Alameda County District 4 Supervisor
Yesenia Sanchez, Alameda County Sheriff
Michael Hannon, Newark Mayor
Dennis Waespi, East Bay Regional Parks District (EBRPD) Director
Carol McArthur, East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD), Retired Assistant General Manager
Linda Tangren, Castro Valley Community Leader
Sue Holm, CVUSD Substitute Teacher
Carol Mahar, Retired CVUSD Teacher
Peter Rosen, Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) Trustee
Rick Hatcher, Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) Trustee
Kevin Jenkins, Oakland City Council, District 6
Tom Hervey, CV Resident 35+ years & Former Mayor of Portola, CA
Vickie Applegate, CV Resident 35+ years
Lynn Suter, Retired Local Government Advocate
Raines Cohen, Cofounder, Berkeley Macintosh Users Group (BMUG)
Chuck Moore, Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Councilmember (MAC) Vice Chair & Rancher
Ken Carbone, Castro Valley Resident, Business Owner & Community Advocate
Dan Davini, Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Councilmember (MAC)
Tojo Thomas, Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Councilmember (MAC), CV Sports Foundation
Karen Goodyear, M.D., Retired Child Psychologist and Lifelong Friend
Michael Baldwin, Alameda County Library Advisory Commission
Nora Ann Patterson, Castro Valley Resident
Karla Goodbody, City of Hayward Planning Commission & Former CV MAC
Dan Jacowitz, Peace Officer/Father/Candidate for CVUSD Trustee, Area 3
Kathy Moss Torrez, PTA Volunteer/Officer at Canyon & CVHS, Retired CVUSD Classified Staff
Aiden Hill, Newark Unified School District Trustee
Eve Marie Little, Newark City Councilmember
Julie Del Catancio, Newark City Councilmember
John Hannon, Long-Time Castro Valley Attorney
Phil Gonsalves, Chief Learning Officer, Curated Pathways to Innovation and Mathematics Consultant
Frank Mellon, Former East Bay Municipal Utilities District (EBMUD) Director
Julie Hatcher, Retired and Lifelong Friend

What Mr. Foster’s Students and Parents Say

“We have been thinking about you so much and I miss your history class more than anything, to my favorite teacher, from your favorite student.”

—Albany High School Graduate

“To do this, she switched into Mr. Foster’s advisory class for the spring semester. It was an intense process since he had to cover the entire course in half the time. Mr. Foster went above and beyond in his efforts to help a student who clearly had a hunger to learn more. When you find teachers who love what they do and are good at it, it’s important to hang onto them for the sake of the students.”

—Albany High School Parent

“You are one of the only teachers that didn’t give up on me and didn’t push me aside, and it really means a lot.”

—Newark Memorial High School Graduate

“You’ve actually taught me more than any other academic teacher has. You’ve always cared about my well-being and respected me as a person and for that I gave you my respect as a student but also as just a young man growing up.”

—Newark Memorial High School Graduate

“You are absolutely amazing, don’t ever let anyone tell you otherwise. You are the true definition of what a teacher should be, a genuine educator, who prioritizes your students in every way they deserve. You are the best thing that can happen to any student who is fortunate enough to call you their teacher.”

—Newark Memorial High School Parent

“Mr. Foster, I just wanted to thank you so much for being my teacher this year. You have made me feel welcomed in your class the whole year. I will miss you a lot.”

—Newark Memorial High School Student (graduated U.C. Berkeley years ahead of schedule)

“Thank god I still have notes from your class Mr.Foster! It’s helping me with my Macroeconomic class!”

—Oakland Military Institute High School Student (using high school notes in his college class)