What Our Supporters Are Saying

Catalina Rupert's undying effort and commitment to multilingual education for all students will enhance the SUSD community tremendously.

I am pleased to endorse Catalina Rupert for the Saratoga Independent School District's School Board.

Catalina is energetic, very organized, and deeply committed to our local schools. As the mother of two children in the district, she is well aware of the opportunities and challenges facing students, parents, and teachers. She is a thoughtful and skilled leader, and she will bring a collaborative approach to the School Board.

Bill Campsey Professor Emeritus San Jose State University

I had the opportunity to work with Catalina, and I was consistently impressed by her fairness, integrity, and independence. She listens carefully to all sides, but she is not swayed by special interests — whether they come from parents, organizations, or administration. She has the courage to make decisions based on what she believes is right and what is best for students and the district. I wholeheartedly endorse her for School Board.

Catalina Rupert is a staunch advocate of public education. Join me in supporting the best choice for the next member of the Saratoga Union School District: Catalina Rupert!

Catalina strongly believes that all children can learn.

Having participated alongside Catalina in the English Learner Leadership and Legacy Initiative, I know her to be a strong and unequivocal voice for students, families, and educational equity — and the kind of principled advocate our communities need.

I would like to express my strong support for Ms. Rupert for the Saratoga Union School District Governing Board. She would be a great asset to the board, bringing valuable qualifications and experience as a parent, volunteer, and community leader.

I am pleased to support Catalina Rupert for School Board. She is energetic, exceptionally organized, and someone who can turn ideas into action. As the mother of two children in the district, she has a strong personal commitment to our schools and to the students and families they serve. I believe she will bring enthusiasm, dedication, and a thoughtful, practical approach to the School Board.

Catalina is a person that genuinely cares about building community and creating inclusive places for everyone.

I strongly recommend Catalina for this role. She brings such an important perspective that is needed for our school district in Saratoga!

Catalina has always been a huge advocate for strong educational standards. She has always spoken freely about her beliefs in a positive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.

As a parent of three SUSD graduates and an active community volunteer, I know firsthand what's at stake in this election. We need a strong advocate on this board — someone who can have hard conversations, doesn't shy away from doing the right thing, and stands up for every student. I've worked alongside Catalina to bring the administration's attention to issues of inappropriate language and verbal bullying on campus. She showed up with integrity, passion, and persistence. She is an active volunteer not just in our schools, but in the broader community reflecting the depth of her commitment to making this world a better place. She's also one of the warmest, most caring people I know. Catalina has my endorsement and my vote.

I am pleased to endorse Catalina M. Rupert for the Saratoga Union School District Board of Trustees. I have had the privilege of knowing Catalina for more than five years through her dedicated service with the Enterprise Division of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps in San Jose, where I serve as Commanding Officer.

As an Instructor with the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps, Catalina volunteers her time to mentor and support young people as they develop leadership, confidence, responsibility, and a commitment to service. I have seen firsthand her ability to connect with young people with compassion, encouragement, and purpose. She listens, provides guidance, sets high expectations, and creates opportunities for youth to grow.

Catalina's commitment to education and community service extends beyond Sea Cadets. Her experience as Treasurer of the Home and School Board at Lexington Elementary School and her continued involvement with the PTA at Argonaut Elementary School demonstrate her longstanding dedication to students, families, and our community.

Catalina brings integrity, compassion, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to serving young people. I am proud to endorse her and support her candidacy for the Saratoga Union School District Board of Trustees.

I have had the pleasure and privilege to work with Catalina as a volunteer on several projects she has created and led and have been continually inspired by her passion and drive. She demonstrates an incredible awareness of the needs of those she seeks to serve in her local and broader community. She draws people together both in intention and action to accomplish far reaching goals and always exceeds expectations. She is a generous, straightforward, thoughtful, compassionate citizen always seeking ways to uplift and empower others through education, philanthropy, and commitment to hard work.

As a parent, I'm so happy to support Catalina Rupert. With her background in education, she understands the needs of students, families, and schools. She respects cultural diversity and values every voice in our community. Catalina is passionate, caring, and always willing to step up and help, whether it is something big or small. I truly appreciate her dedication to our school community and the time and energy she is willing to give to support our students and families.

I strongly endorse Catalina Rupert because she is a joyous, reliable volunteer who pours her heart into our school community while fiercely advocating for a safe learning environment. I know firsthand that Catalina cares deeply about student mental health, and she consistently works to balance rigorous academics with enriching opportunities that build our children's confidence and self-esteem.

She has been an advocate for the student body and active member in school activities. I believe she has the ability to help our School District.

I have known Catalina Rupert for a few years. She is a generous, warm hearted, well organized person with sound principles and I endorse her for Saratoga Union School District.

As a parent of three SUSD graduates and an active community volunteer, I know firsthand what it takes to serve our schools effectively. Having worked alongside Catalina on the Redwood Middle School PTA—specifically on addressing campus culture and standing up against bullying—I have seen her integrity, passion, and persistence in action. Catalina is actively volunteering not just in our schools, but throughout our broader community. She is not afraid to have hard conversations, do the right thing, and advocate fiercely for every student. Deeply caring and warmly invested in those around her, Catalina is exactly the kind of principled, courageous leader our board needs. She has my strongest endorsement and my vote.

Catalina is always listening, learning, and exploring new opportunities for students to grow and learn. Her work with Biliteracy in particular demonstrates so much dedication to each individual student finding their voice and love of learning in Saratoga.

Catalina is an exceptionally motivated and dedicated advocate for student rights and wellbeing. Having met through an advocacy group for multilingual learners and being a witness to her ability to speak up for student needs makes it easy to endorse her for school board. She is a strong voice for the community, students and educators alike. Vote Catalina!

I have known Catalina for 13 years. She continually strives to support students to reach their potential, and be contributing members of their school community. Empowerment of children is her guiding star. She knows that a safe, supportive school environment is the key to a child's growth. She and her husband do that for their own children, and she will do that as a member of SUSD board. I enthusiastically support her election.

Catalina brings energy and authentic voice to any space she enters. Her positivity and strong knowledge base are qualities that school boards need at this time.

As a retired educator, I know that Catalina Rupert has a passion for public education and will do a wonderful job as a school board member.

Catalina is a truly exceptional person: energetic, caring, and given to deeply supporting the young people who will become our future leaders.

I know Catalina through volunteering in our school community. I've seen how much time and effort she puts into supporting our schools and families. She cares deeply about our kids and our community, and I'm happy to support her for SUSD School Board.

I'm proud to endorse Catalina for the Saratoga Unified School District School Board. What stands out to me most is her genuine dedication to creating a school environment where every student feels safe, supported, and given the opportunities they need to succeed. She understands that a strong school community is built through listening, collaboration, and advocacy for students, families, and teachers.

I especially appreciate her commitment to student safety and school culture. Her holistic approach will bring greater attention to emotional security, inclusion, and a sense of belonging for every student. Catalina's student-centered perspective and commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for every student to succeed are why I'm proud to support her candidacy.

Catalina Rupert doesn't just show up — she's actively involved, she understands what working parents are juggling, and every suggestion she brings starts from what's best for the kids.

Always on her side.

I strongly recommend Catalina for this role. Catalina has always been an advocate for enriching educational standards for children. She has pioneered multiple initiatives to create a positive learning environment where every student is given the opportunity to succeed.

Catalina would make an excellent school board member.

She's a wonderful mother, intelligent, trustworthy and honest and would make an excellent school board member!