Office: SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION

Richard Barrera

Nonpartisan

State Superintendent Advisor

None as of 4/15/26

Richard Barrera is a former labor organizer who has sat on the San Diego Unified School District Board since 2008. Under his leadership, the District improved test scores and increased high school graduation rates significantly.

While Barrera does not explicitly address public safety on his campaign website, he does offer some ideals rooted in community safety, such as prioritizing mental health and wellness, and delivering equity to students of different backgrounds.