Syed Qasim

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Syed Qasim

Nonpartisan

Beaverton School District school board Zone 5

Tenure

2025 - Present

Term ends

2029

Years in position

0

Predecessor

Ugonna Enyinnaya

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Elections and appointments

Last elected

May 20, 2025

Education

Bachelor's

Portland State University, 2010

Personal

Religion

Islam

Profession

Technology Executive

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Syed Qasim is a member of the Beaverton School District school board in Oregon, representing Zone 5. He assumed office on July 1, 2025. His current term ends on June 30, 2029.

Qasim ran for election to the Beaverton School District school board to represent Zone 5 in Oregon. He won in the general election on May 20, 2025.

Qasim completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Syed Qasim earned a bachelor's degree from Portland State University in 2010. His career experience includes working as a technology executive and a technology consultant.

Elections

2025

See also: Beaverton School District, Oregon, elections (2025)

General election

General election for Beaverton School District school board Zone 5

Syed Qasim defeated Erin Hatch in the general election for Beaverton School District school board Zone 5 on May 20, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Syed Qasim (Nonpartisan)	51.9	19,293
		Erin Hatch (Nonpartisan)	47.9	17,810
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	101

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 37,204
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Endorsements

Qasim received the following endorsements. To view a full list of Qasim's endorsements as published by their campaign, click here.

• Working Families Party
• Basic Rights Oregon PAC
• Beaverton Education Association
• Color PAC
• Oregon Futures Lab
• Washington County (OR) Democrats
• Willamette Women Democrats

Campaign themes

2025

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Syed Qasim completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Qasim's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Syed has been a Beaverton resident for fifteen years. He has three kids that were born in the Portland Metro area ranging from middle school to elementary age who keep each other very busy.

He was born and raised in Karachi, Pakistan and moved to the United States almost 25 years ago. He graduated from Portland State University and works at a Fortune 100 company as a Technical Consultant guiding organizations on their technology journey by bringing together people, processes and technology. Syed has been a civically engaged community member in Beaverton for many years. He started his journey in public service by volunteering on the Beaverton Inclusive Housing Cohort to help guide the city’s code and policy towards creating more equitable housing and structures that meet the needs of Beaverton’s increasingly diverse community. Syed helped organize and create the framework for the Beaverton Climate Action Task Force which led to significant shifts at how the city tackles sustainability.

Syed promises to be accessible, lead efforts in transparency and accountability while ensuring the Beaverton School District move with fiscal sustainability in mind - partnering with Beaverton families and community.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Access, Transparency & Accountability

  -Strengthen communication to include community members at large for access to the Board and District. -Increase transparency in decision-making to ensure accountability.

  -Collaborate with parents, educators, community members and district leaders for informed policymaking.
• Safe, Inclusive, Climate-Resilient Schools -Protect immigrant, LGBTQIA+, and other vulnerable students. -Advocate for restorative justice practices that encourage thoughtful dialogue around conflict and bullying. -Equip students & community to lead in the fight against climate change.
• Ensure Conditions for Success -Prioritize full funding and resources for schools and staff. -Set clear benchmarks to drive progress towards the District’s strategic goals. -Align policies with advancements in Generative AI to enhance education.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

-Climate

-Technology & AI Usage
-Student Rights

-Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

A successful officeholder brings a desire to listen and learn always. Whether it's hearing from a community member or learning from an educator or staff members about process, the office holder must hear the diverse perspectives, bring a strong problem-solving attitude and propel decision making forward.

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

A school board member must always begin with listening - this individual brings a balanced perspective of understanding how the systems and community can connect to ensure students can succeed.

Who are your constituents?

The constituents of the Beaverton School District include children, families and the greater community who are the voters along with our local business owners.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Beaverton Education Association (Beaverton teachers)

Oregon Education Association
Next Up Action Fund
Washington County Democrats
Basic Rights Oregon
NW Labor Council

along with many local elected leaders at the city, county and state-level

Describe your ideal learning environment for students.

The ideal learning environment for students requires children to have access to high quality educators which require teachers who are supported and valued.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Financial transparency and government accountability are the cornerstone of civic engagement. Voters must understand how their tax dollars are being spent.

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