Krista Weigand
Krista Weigand is a member of the Newport-Mesa Unified Board of Education in California, representing Trustee Area 6. She assumed office on December 11, 2020. Her current term ends on December 8, 2028.
Weigand ran for re-election to the Newport-Mesa Unified Board of Education to represent Trustee Area 6 in California. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Weigand completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Krista Weigand's career experience includes working in sales. She earned a bachelor's degree and a graduate degree from the University of Southern California.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Newport-Mesa Unified School District, California, elections (2024)
General election
General election for Newport-Mesa Unified Board of Education Trustee Area 6
Incumbent Krista Weigand defeated Amy Peters and Chris Kretzu in the general election for Newport-Mesa Unified Board of Education Trustee Area 6 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Krista Weigand (Nonpartisan)  | 47.1 | 6,142 |
 | Amy Peters (Nonpartisan) | 35.1 | 4,584 | |
 | Chris Kretzu (Nonpartisan) | 17.8 | 2,328 | |
| Total votes: 13,054 | |||
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Endorsements
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2020
See also: Newport-Mesa Unified School District, California, elections (2020)
General election
General election for Newport-Mesa Unified Board of Education Trustee Area 6
Krista Weigand defeated Amy Peters, Xeno Muller, and Alexis Zavouris in the general election for Newport-Mesa Unified Board of Education Trustee Area 6 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Krista Weigand (Nonpartisan) | 50.1 | 7,279 |
| Amy Peters (Nonpartisan) | 37.9 | 5,502 | |
| Xeno Muller (Nonpartisan) | 7.7 | 1,123 | ||
| Alexis Zavouris (Nonpartisan) | 4.2 | 611 | ||
| Total votes: 14,515 | |||
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Krista Weigand completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Weigand's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- The most critical issue for students in the United States is stagnation in academic achievement. Despite access to resources, many aren’t reaching their potential due to standardized testing pressures and lack of personalized learning. Enhancing STEAM education and innovative teaching methods can help address this issue.
- My vision for Newport-Mesa is to cultivate scholars of character who excel academically and ethically. By fostering a love for learning and integrity, I want our district to prepare students to be innovative thinkers and responsible citizens, ready to contribute positively to society.
- Parents are in my area are concerned about student safety not only physically but mentally. Prioritizing student safety and mental health ensures a secure, nurturing environment. Implementing comprehensive safety protocols, anti-bullying programs, and accessible mental health resources fosters a supportive atmosphere where students can focus on learning and personal growth, building resilience and well-being.
- Communication Skills
- Commitment to Public Service
- Emotional Maturity
- Approachability
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2020
Krista Weigand did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.
See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Newport-Mesa Unified Board of Education Trustee Area 6 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 7, 2024
