Virginia Coffey for School Board District 1 2022

In case you missed what makes me qualified.

Hello my name is Virginia Coffey.

Saw a question posted, what makes me a qualified candidate for this position? I think this is a great time to share again.

First, I am from the area, I live in District 1, so I know what are some of the struggles in the area.
But that’s not all. I went to Saint Mary’s College of California where I obtained my Bachelors of Arts in Liberal and Civics Studies and a Masters of Arts in Teaching in 2006. I was part of a cohort in the Teachers for Tomorrow program. I was also part of the High Potential Program that is geared towards assisting first generation going to college to stay in college. I became an active member of my college, doing community service in nearby schools, and joining clubs such as Hermanas Unidas. Participating in Latino Culture Nights, assisting the School of Education in their scholarship fundraisers. At St Mary’s all students “enter to learn; leave to serve.”

After graduation, I worked as a Reading Intervention Teacher in Elk Grove Unified at Charles E. Mack Elementary. The following year I was hired at Yolo High School as a long term substitute teacher for English (about 5 months). I was hired to be the 6th grade teacher for Westfield Village and the following year was their 4th grade teacher. Unfortunately recession took place and a lot of teachers were laid off - I was one of them. As a result, I became a part time tutor for English and Math. Still helping some of my students from years past.

In 2012 I started to work for the State. I learned about statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures and how to write and interpret laws. I did trainings on California Statutes and Regulations for my division and other state agencies. I collaborated with various agencies and programs to ensure program integrity was upheld. I have lots of experience in working on many different projects with people from different work backgrounds to reach a common goal. I have been a manager for the State of California for over 8 years. In those years, I have created a culture of trust and have helped many staff find their purpose in state service.

More recently I helped build the West Sacramento Bears Football and Cheer program. This program was literally built within months (late April to be exact) to ensure the boys and girls of West Sacramento had an alternative program to play football and cheer. I am currently the Treasurer on the Executive Board. As a board member, I wrote the bylaws of the organization. If you read them, you will see that I strategically added academics and community building (this was even before I decided to run) as an important piece of being a West Sac Bear. Each one of our youth come from different parts of West Sacramento, but we are all West Sac!

So, why am I running? I am not running because I see a problem. In fact I see opportunity for more growth and positive changes. I am running because like my parents, I have a sense of pride for my community and I want to give back to the place that has helped make me who I am. I hope you see why many others support me for this position, like the West Sacramento Teachers Association and many others.

I am a Bryte Knight, a Golden State Warrior, a River City Raider, a Saint Mary’s Gael, a Yolo Eagle, a Westfield Village Star, a West Sac Bear, a mother, a friend, and your neighbor.

To our administrators!! Thank you for all you do!

California’s Legislature recognizes the important contributions of school administrators and named the second full week of October “Week of the School Administrator” to honor these contributions. School administrators are passionate, lifelong learners who believe in the value of quality public education.

Thanks to our school administrators for all they do to keep our schools running!

Hello my name is Virginia Coffey.

Saw a question posted, what makes me a qualified candidate for this position? I think this is a great time to share again.

First, I am from the area, I live in District 1, so I know what are some of the struggles in the area.
But that’s not all. I went to Saint Mary’s College of California where I obtained my Bachelors of Arts in Liberal and Civics Studies and a Masters of Arts in Teaching in 2006. I was part of a cohort in the Teachers for Tomorrow program. I was also part of the High Potential Program that is geared towards assisting first generation going to college to stay in college. I became an active member of my college, doing community service in nearby schools, and joining clubs such as Hermanas Unidas. Participating in Latino Culture Nights, assisting the School of Education in their scholarship fundraisers. At St Mary’s all students “enter to learn; leave to serve.”

After graduation, I worked as a Reading Intervention Teacher in Elk Grove Unified at Charles E. Mack Elementary. The following year I was hired at Yolo High School as a long term substitute teacher for English (about 5 months). I was hired to be the 6th grade teacher for Westfield Village and the following year was their 4th grade teacher. Unfortunately recession took place and a lot of teachers were laid off - I was one of them. As a result, I became a part time tutor for English and Math. Still helping some of my students from years past.

In 2012 I started to work for the State. I learned about statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures and how to write and interpret laws. I did trainings on California Statutes and Regulations for my division and other state agencies. I collaborated with various agencies and programs to ensure program integrity was upheld. I have lots of experience in working on many different projects with people from different work backgrounds to reach a common goal. I have been a manager for the State of California for over 8 years. In those years, I have created a culture of trust and have helped many staff find their purpose in state service.

More recently I helped build the West Sacramento Bears Football and Cheer program. This program was literally built within months (late April to be exact) to ensure the boys and girls of West Sacramento had an alternative program to play football and cheer. I am currently the Treasurer on the Executive Board. As a board member, I wrote the bylaws of the organization. If you read them, you will see that I strategically added academics and community building (this was even before I decided to run) as an important piece of being a West Sac Bear. Each one of our youth come from different parts of West Sacramento, but we are all West Sac!

So, why am I running? I am not running because I see a problem. In fact I see opportunity for more growth and positive changes. I am running because like my parents, I have a sense of pride for my community and I want to give back to the place that has helped make me who I am. I hope you see why many others support me for this position, like the West Sacramento Teachers Association and many others.

I am a Bryte Knight, a Golden State Warrior, a River City Raider, a Saint Mary’s Gael, a Yolo Eagle, a Westfield Village Star, a West Sac Bear, a mother, a friend, and your neighbor.

My Tia was a lunch lady for so many years, she made sure the kids were fed before class and at lunch. She was essential to the students at her school and she was essential to me.

I needed her and all the classified staff to ensure my kids were focused. Without that breakfast or lunch I would have an unfocused student.

I recognize your hard work and appreciate all that you have done!! Thank you Tia and thank you to all those who help feed our students! You are ESSENTIAL!!

It’s ! Established in 1962 to promote the importance of a healthy school lunch, it recognizes that our nutrition service workers work hard to ensure no child goes hungry at school. Make sure to thank your favorite cafeteria hero this week!

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Thank you to the West Sacramento Teachers Association for the invite to come and meet teachers! Thank you all again for your endorsement!!

Some have asked, if you want to help my campaign, you can donate through the link below!

Those who have donated, thank you! I used the money to get yard signs, walking pieces, and some will go towards the next round of shirts!

The overwhelming support has been great! Thank you all for spreading the word and sharing who I am and why I am a good choice. ☕️ ❤️ 🍎

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Attention Walking Warriors needed!!

I can’t do this alone and I need you to come out and help me get the word out! Facebook is not enough, walking in your area spreading the word helps!

This Sunday from 9-12, come out to my house where we can hit the neighborhood again, get other parts we haven’t been!

Spread the word!

I was asked how can you help me get the word out?

1. Join me this Sunday for my kickstart where we will start to canvas the community!

1241 Anna St at 10 am

2. You can help by donating, link below

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Thank you all for your support! For those who missed the Forum, there was a lot of important questions asked. If you’d like to watch below is a link. This was my first one and it was definitely a positive experience.

West Sacramento 2022 Candidates Forum West Sacramento 2022 Candidates Forum, produced by the West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce.