"A working mom, a STEM professional, and a community member dedicated to ensuring our children and as a result, our community and future, have the best our schools can offer."
Sarah Ahmad
Sarah and her family have been members of the San Marcos community for the last 17 years, and her kids have attended SMUSD schools from preschool. Sarah and her family look forward to many more years in this vibrant community.
Sarah grew up in southern California in a family whose cornerstone values are educational achievement, advocacy, and civic duty. These are values that Sarah continues to instill in her kids. From a young age, Sarah has wanted to make a difference. She found her passion in carving out a path being a woman in the field of engineering, where she makes a difference every day in high-impact industries and as a role model to young girls and boys interested in STEM fields. She achieved her dream as the product of public schools, from grade school to college. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Information and Computer Science from the University of California, Irvine, and has continued learning whenever possible.
Sarah’s husband, Kamran, is a cybersecurity engineer and an adjunct professor. As a product of public education himself, Kamran shares and supports Sarah’s passion for advocating for and working towards ensuring that public schools provide the very best resources and opportunities to the children they serve.
As a career professional and director at a big software company, Sarah manages the relationships and collaboration of individuals ranging from C-level engineers. Her role requires her to understand the pains, needs, and future of the industries her products serve and deliver value and solutions that meet them. Her job is to innovate for the future. She brings decades of experience in hopes of making SMUSD one of the most innovative, comprehensive, and successful districts, not only in the caliber of students we mold but also in the kind of teachers and schools we build and support.
In her spare time, Sarah likes to volunteer whenever and wherever she can. Her volunteer work has ranged from making and delivering meals to those less fortunate to classroom volunteer and yearbook coordinator at her children’s elementary school. For the last six years, Sarah has committed herself to raising awareness and funds for Cancer and research in collaboration with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Sarah’s commitment to public service has given her an important insight into the challenges facing our school system. Sarah is determined to ensure that SMUSD keeps its promise of “engaging (all) Students...inspiring futures” by being an innovative and collaborative community that provides an unparalleled educational experience.
As a parent of a current student in SMHS, a San Elijo resident, and a Classified employee of the SMUSD, I am proud to personally endorse Sarah Ahmad for School Board Trustee, Area B. As a leader for the Classified staff, I have had direct experience working with Sarah on a wide range of issues. Sarah has a consistent track record of making the best decisions that impact both our students and our community! Please join me in selecting Sarah Ahmad for our SMUSD School Board.
We are happy to endorse Sarah for the San Marcos Unified School Board. Her willingness to listen and learn from others definitely sets her apart. We know Sarah will be a leader who will make the most of opportunities to ensure everyone in our community benefits.
I am proud to endorse Sarah Ahmad for SMUSD School Board, Area B. Sarah brings real-world practical experience with her degree in Information and Computer Science from UCI, and her proven corporate leadership and management skills. Sarah Ahmad will bring those talents and her passion for student education to increase trust and communication between the SMUSD governing board and its stakeholders.
Sarah cares about the community so much and has been a parent with first hand experience in our district! She is very well spoken and has amazing values. I trust her and know that she would be a great fit for this position!
I have the pleasure of knowing Sarah as a fellow mom, as well as an individual committed to bettering our schools. She understands the struggles students can face in school, AND the struggles many of us parents face due to the decisions made by our school board. I have no doubt in Sarah's commitment and abilities in improving our schools once she is on the board. SMUSD board needs Sarah's knowledge, experiences, and input. I firmly believe we, as parents, and our children will be delighted with Sarah's involvement on the SMUSD school board.
She is dedicated to ensuring ALL students have an opportunity to learn and succeed in school. She is willing to listen, learn, and make informed decisions based on what’s in the best interests of students achieving their potential. Sarah has volunteered at San Elijo Elementary and been a very involved member of the San Elijo Community. She’s involved in the education of her kids and wants to be a voice for her zone. She will be a great addition to the SMUSD School Board!
I proudly endorse Sarah Ahmad for the SMUSD School Board. As a school administrator, I witnessed her hard work and dedication at San Elijo Elementary that helped contribute to the school's success. Sarah donated countless hours volunteering at San Elijo supporting the students, teachers, and administration. I am confident she will help lead our district in the right direction.
We are supporting Sarah Ahmad because we believe she will be able to focus on solutions and make decisions that are in the best interest of our children, teachers, communities, and schools. She is a parent in the district and has devoted her time to volunteer in the school and classroom. We stand behind Sarah knowing she will give it her all!
I am excited to endorse Sarah Ahmad for the SMUSD School Board. She has been an active member of the San Elijo school community, volunteering in many different capacities that support the students of this district. She has also taken the time to come on campus and learn the inter-workings of the school, to better inform her of what the needs are for the district. I have never seen a board member (or potential board member) put so much of her personal time into educating herself about the schools she will represent. I strongly endorse Sarah Ahmad for the SMUSD School Board!
Sarah Ahmad is the perfect candidate for our school board. She is dedicated to helping all students in the district. She works tirelessly to educate herself on all topics pertinent to our district. I am proud to know Sarah Ahmed professionally, and personally. She will bring new life to our district.
I am excited to support Sarah for the San Marcos Unified School board. She has taken an active role in the district and I know she will work hard to ensure all students receive a first class education.
The Slattum’s believe that Sarah is the right person, at the right time! During this critical time of our children’s development; let’s unite behind the woman to help our schools, navigate these troubling waters. We are all in for Sarah and our children!
Sarah has devoted hundreds of hours of her personal time to make sure that the students of San Elijo Elementary have a yearbook that they will cherish. She focuses on making sure everyone is included and that the school and events are well represented. Her passion for the students and school is evident in the care she takes to make sure everything is right. She has always gone above and beyond.
Sarah is well informed about our district and has spoken at board meetings. Her proactive approach is exactly what is needed. As a teacher and a parent, I am confident that Sarah will make a positive impact!
Sarah Ahmad is the perfect candidate for this position. For those who don’t know her, Sarah is kind, intelligent, passionate and focused. She’s someone who listens but doesn’t get caught up in gossip and drama. And she’s a hard worker!
We are so proud to know Sarah. She is a brilliant and compassionate woman and who will represent us so well!
