
All students. All families. One community.
SONIA COLCHADO
Candidate for Beaumont Unified School District Board
Todos los estudiantes. Todas las familias. Una sola comunidad.

Endorsed by the
Beaumont Teachers Association
Why I’m Running
As a parent of two children in the Beaumont Unified School District and a dedicated community member, I am running for the local school board because I believe every student deserves to be heard, every family deserves support, and our schools are strongest when built on trust and partnership. Education is not one-size-fits-all, and I am committed to creating opportunities that help every student succeed and thrive.
As one of the fastest-growing cities in California, Beaumont must continue expanding its schools and facilities to meet the needs of new students and families. At the same time, we cannot lose sight of the schools, facilities, and communities that have served our district for years. Every student and teacher deserves safe, well-maintained learning environments that support academic success.

Student wellness must also remain a priority. I am committed to advocating for programs that support the whole child—not only academic achievement, but also physical, emotional, and mental well-being. This includes expanding access to mental health resources, strengthening student support services, and exploring opportunities to increase access to healthcare resources.
My goal is to foster stronger communication and collaboration between district leadership, educators, students, and families. By working together, we can build trust, strengthen our schools, and create a district where every student has the opportunity to succeed. As a candidate for Beaumont USD School Board Trustee Area 3, I believe it is a privilege to serve as a community representative, and it is a role that should be valued and fulfilled with humility. Together, we can build a district where every child has the tools to thrive and every family feels supported.
Como madre de dos estudiantes en nuestro distrito escolar, educadora y miembra activa de la comunidada, me postulo para la Mesa Directiva porque creo en apoyar a las familias, escuchar a los estudiantes y fortalecer la confianza en nuestra comunidad. Mi prioridad es garantizar escuelas seguras, apoyar el bienestar estudiantil y crear oportunidades para que todos los estudiantes tengan éxito mientras Beaumont continúa creciendo.
Durante los últimos siete años he servido en comités escolares y del distrito, apoyando a familias, estudiantes y maestros. Como candidata a la Mesa Directiva de Beaumont USD, creo que cada voz merece ser escuchada. Juntos podemos construir un distrito donde todos los estudiantes prosperen y las familias se sientan apoyadas.
Key Priorities
Student Health and Wellness
Students must feel safe and secure in order to learn.
Family Advocacy
Families must be valued, supported, and included in their children’s education.
Building Community
Leverage multiple channels to connect with our school community and create platforms for engagement.
Community Service Achievements
Family and Community Engagement (FACE) VIce-Chair 2023-current
- Advocated for a district-wide welcome back to school event giving families the opportunities to connect with the district’s programs, services, and administrators.
- Supported the first district-level Literacy Fair with families receiving free books and collaboration with numerous local organizations.
- Mental health advocacy




District English Learner Advisory Committee 2022-2025
- Advocated for and succeeded in the first district-wide English learner reclassification celebration. Families came together to celebrate their students that were able to reclassify as English proficient. My son included. We will be having our third celebration this school year.

Starlight Elementary PTA President 2021-2023
- Sponsored and hosted the first Family dance
- Sponsored and held the first Dia De Los Muertos Event within the city of Beaumont at the school
- Sponsored and hosted the first Black History month event at the school




School Site Council San Gorgonio Middle School 2024-2026
- Advocated for a family engagement liaison at the site which was accomplished as an extended hours opportunity. This was important so families had someone to connect to as they transition into a new school site and know who to reach for any support.
Facilities Advisory Committee 2025-2026 school year
- Requested community town hall meetings for the community where the district administrators could discuss the upcoming bond.
- Requested for accountability and support for the concern with facilities at Brookside Elementary.
Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 2021-current
- Ensured that our parent advisory committees were represented accurately in the reporting of the LCAP
- Have consistently requested more support for our families through a family resource center.


Professional Experience
I have worked for San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools as a specialist supporting school districts, school sites, teachers, and administrators with health education program implementation, structured recess tools, wellness policy development, and environmental change strategies. We cannot expect our children to thrive, when their basic needs are not being met. I’ve worked in partnership with many agencies such as No Kid Hungry, Dairy Council of California, and I’m an active member of the California School Based Health Alliance. Within the school sites, I primarily support teachers, family engagement specialists, nutrition services departments and wellness center licensed professionals.








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