Endorsements and Testimonials
“Josie has a strong connection to our schools and community. Her experience as a businesswoman and a Girl Scout Co- Leader, added to her continued involvement in many community organizations and events, provide Josie a unique and diverse perspective that will benefit the Simi Valley School Board of Trustees. She is the mother of 2 school-aged children. I’m confident that her proactive problem solving approach and excellent communication skills will prove to be a significant benefit to all of the children, parents, teachers and residents within our community.”
Howard “Buck” McKeon, U.S. Congressman 25th District
“I have had the pleasure of working with Josie on many community projects. Her passion for Simi Valley’s students is undeniable. Her experience in financial analysis and her work with anti-drug and
at-risk youth programs will be an assist to Simi Valley’s educational future.”
State Senator Tony Strickland
“It is my pleasure to endorse Josie Hirsch. Josie and I have had a series of rigorous conversations about schools and school districts as she was considering her decision to run for the Simi Valley School Board. What I have found to be thoroughly refreshing in my conversations with Josie is her willingness to listen, learn, and seek that which is best for ALL kids. What I know Josie will bring to the Simi Valley School Board is a razor sharp intellect, a wealth of business and professional experience, and a tireless work ethic. Josie will not rest until all views have been heard from all constituents. Josie’s decisions and votes will always reflect that which she knows will serve the greater good for the greatest number of students, teachers, families, and community members.”
Dean Kunicki – Board Member, Ventura County Board of Education
“I’m supporting Josie Hirsch for school board because she can provide the new ideas that will improve the quality of education. These are trying times for schools, and the district needs new leadership to adapt to these challenges. Our kids deserve better.”
Greg Stratton – Former Simi Valley Mayor and
Former Trustee, Simi Valley Unified School District.
Howard “Buck” McKeon, U.S. Congressman 25th District
Senator Tony Strictland, California’s 19th District
Dean Kunicki – Board Member, Ventura County Board of Education
Barbra Williamson – Mayor Pro Tem, Simi Valley City Council
Glen Becerra - Council Member, Simi Valley City Council
Mike Judge – Council Member, Simi Valley City Council
Kate O’Brein – Chair, Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District
Elaine Freeman – Director, Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District
Gene Hostetler - Director, Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District
Greg Stratton, Former Mayor, and Trustee Simi Valley School Board
Mimi Shapiro – Former Trustee, Simi Valley Unified School District
Doug Crosse – Former Trustee, Simi Valley Unified School District
Scott Wilk – Trustee, Santa Clarita Community College District
Paul Strictland – Wm. S. Hart Union High School District Governing Board
Mary James, Founder MOMS Club
Bob James, Business Leader
Ted Weiner, TRC Medical, Business Leader
Alan Mann, Business Leader
John Lindsay, Business Leader
William Klepper, Business Leader
Hedy Swercheck, Business Leader
David and Peggy Sadler
Patricia Saraceno, Business Leader
Dan White, Business Leader
Mark and Catherine Capaldi, Business Leaders
Lisa Eidman, Business Leader
Jan Glasband, Arts Education Advocate
Becky Savell – Business Leader
Barbara Frova – Business Leader
Tom Adams – Business Leader
Ash Givargis – Business Owner
Raul and Lanie Gomez – Business Leaders
Ruth Luevanos – Education Consultant
