Endorsements

I endorse Lesli Kraut for LVUSD School Board. Her experience and active involvement at LVUSD make her a perfect candidate. — Liz Cangelosi
Past Co-President Agoura High School PFC

Lesli's insight and ability to see issues from all sides would make her a wonderful addition to the LVUSD School Board. — Shelly Hiskey
Parent

I met Lesli when our kids started kindergarten together. I have known quite a few “politicians,” but none as passionate or well-informed about the issues facing our schools as Lesli. I am thrilled she is now focusing her incredible skill set on issues so important to our kids’ education and our community, and confident she will listen carefully to her constituency and forge great partnerships between educators, parents and LVUSD administrators. — Katie Wohn
Sr. Appellate Attorney (ret.); owner & lead designer: Untamed Floral Design, llc

Lesli has my endorsement to the LVUSD School Board because she has the breadth of experience as a parent volunteer for many years at different school levels to know what to look for as a board member. — Ned Davis
Mayor, City of Westlake Village

I am happy to endorse Leslie Kraut for LVUSD School Board. — Steve Freedland
Mayor Emeritus - City of Hidden Hills

Having known Lesli for many years, I believe she would be uniquely qualified to serve as a member of the LVUSD School Board. We are so fortunate that she is willing to offer her services to our community. — Michael Harrison
Planning Commissioner, Former Mayor and Council Member, Calabasas

Having seen first hand the work Lesli has done for our kids in our schools I am positive she will represent the best for all our youth, our City, our community and the entire school district — David Shapiro
City Councilmember

I am pleased to support Lesli for LVUSD school board and for the positive impact she will have on our children and community. — Alicia Weintraub
Mayor, City of Calabasas

Title for Identification Purposes Only. Having known Lesli for many years, and seen her dedicated hard work in our community, I wholeheartedly endorse her for LVUSD School Board. — Jonathon Wolfson
Former Mayor City of Calabasas

Lesli has worked for many years to keep our LVUSD schools exceptional. I know she’ll do a great job on our school Board. — Frances Alet
Treasurer, “No on Measure N”

Lesli has long been a contributing member of our Community. Her contributions to the schools over the years has been tireless. Please take a moment to get to know her as she understands the school system both from a parent perspective and as a volunteer. I support her and am honored to endorse her. — Sharon Boucher
Vice Chair, Public Safety Commission

Keeping our schools and kids safe is always the goal. Lesli is an effective communicator with a strong sense of what needs to be accomplished. She'll promote cooperation and encourage communication. — Joe Chilco
Public Safety Commissioner, City of Calabasas

I had the pleasure of working with Lesli on a project a few years ago sponsored by one of our City Councilmembers. We had productive discussions due to Lesli's ability to listen and effectively communicate. Lesli always came to our meetings well prepared and inclusive in her recommendations. Lesli will be a great addition to our School Board. — Norma Citron
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I am proud to support Lesli Kraut and recognize the vital role that our schools play in shaping the future of our entire community. — Randi Feilich
Calabasas Environmental Commissioner

Having worked side by side with Lesli on many lvusd, education, funding and leadership projects, I have no doubt she will be a terrific LVUSD School Board member. Lesli is insightful, experienced, and very dedicated. She understands how to sustain the vital connections between the Cities and the District. Lesli will be looking out for the students and will meet the highest expectations of the LVSD community. — Martha Fritz
Former Commissioner

I resoundingly endorse Lesli Kraut for the LVUSD School Board. Lesli has spent countless hours supporting our parents and students. Her advocacy is unmatched and has resulted in over $4 million in grants for our local schools. Lesli has the experience and proven track record needed to make a difference on the LVUSD School Board, and endorsing her is truly an honor. — Matthew Huzaineh
Planning Commissioner

Lesli Kraut has been involved at local level in many capacities. She is passionate in her desire to ensure future generations enjoy the high quality of education that has been the hallmark of LVUSD. Lesli has the energy, commitment, and knowledge that will make her a great board member. I fully endorse her as the best qualified candidate. — Anita McQuillan
Retired educator, Calabasas PRE Commissioner

Lesli is one of those very dedicated community members with the desire and passion to make better whatever she is part of. And she does make a difference in everything she gets involved in. She has the experience and intelligence to do what is needed to keep our school district one of the finest in California. She’d be a huge asset to our schools as a member of our school board. — Jodi Regan
Volunteer coordinator for the Great Race and community member

Lesli Kraut will be a perfect addition to the LVUSD School Board. She has the right mix of a strong finance background combined with years of volunteering for various school positions.  Lesli will  listen to and stand up in support of the students and families of LVUSD. She is a real fighter and will get things done!  I heartily endorse her.

— Richard Sherman
President Calabasas Park Homeowners Association, Commissioner Calabasas Parks, Rec and Education Commission

Lesli is smart and capable, and would be an excellent addition to the LVUSD School Board. Her goal to focus on better communication between students, parents and the district is so important. — Jacy Shillan
Former Calabasas Environmental Commissioner

Lesli is just the person we need for the LVUSD Board! Time for a change! Make your vote for Lesli contribute to that Change!! — Candice Weber
HOA President, Calabasas Communications and Technology Commissioner