EDUCATORS BELONG ON SCHOOL BOARDS
Lucy Ugarte
Lucy has raised four children in Chula Vista all of whom attended schools in Chula Vista Elementary School District. After 27 years of teaching at Bonita Vista Middle School, in July 2023, she began serving teachers as the President of the Sweetwater Education Association.. Lucy is an advocate for students, parents, and the community.
Advocacy
Empowerment
Consistency
Listen to Lucy on the Emo Brown: The Saddest Mexican Podcast from 2020
Teacher
Lucy has been a teacher for 28 years.
She is currently President of Sweetwater Education Association-representing over 1700 teachers.
Board Member
Lucy is an active school board member.
She is currently serving as Board President.
Endorsements
Lucy is endorsed by the following organizations:
Chula Vista Educators
San Diego Democratic Party
Chula Vista Democratic Club
Latina Democratic Club
Democrats for Equality
San Diego Democratic Education Association
Lucy is endorsed by the following local leaders:
Jose Preciado, Chula Vista City Council
Francisco Tamayo, Trustee, Chula Vista Elementary School
Don Dumas, President, Southwestern Community College
“Our students are smart, well prepared, and community minded. I am proud to be a member of the Chula Vista educational community.”
