Testimonials

❝I have known Linda in many different contexts for years.  I have consistently found her to be constructive, well informed and thoughtful. She has the qualities we need on our School Board.  I am delighted and honored to endorse her candidacy.❞

❝As a parent advocate for families in our district, I’ve watched Linda bring her classroom expertise, values, & pragmatism to her volunteer roles. She engages families where they are, listens, and works calmly & thoughtfully to find solutions. I’m all in!❞

❝Linda breaks down complexities and focuses on the essentials, making her a uniquely effective board member. She used her deep understanding of how our district works to advocate for students and families while serving on our PTA Council Executive Board.❞

❝For the past 11 years, I've worked alongside Linda in classrooms, on school committees, and leading events. I've seen the positive impact Linda has had on our PAUSD students and parents. I know she will bring a collaborative spirit and a deep understanding of our student, parent, and staff communities to our school board.❞

❝I've already seen Linda hard at work advocating for our students, families, and community. She embodies exactly what I hope for in a PAUSD trustee: wisdom, integrity, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of our youth. Vote!!❞

❝Linda truly cares about students' well-being and growth as whole people, and she actively supports parents in advocating for their children's needs and success.❞

❝Linda is a systems thinker who leads with her heart. She jumped in to help save allcove and strengthen Project Safety Net when our community needed both. I've watched her put in the work for our young people. She's in this for all of our children.❞

❝Linda takes the time to ask questions, read up on issues, and understand all sides of a problem. She collaborates with others to seek solutions. She also goes out of her way to share her expertise with others, always in the best interest of our students.❞

❝Linda is the uniting force that our school district desperately needs!❞

❝I’ve known Linda for over a decade. In that time, she has shown herself to be deeply community minded, thoughtful, and unwaveringly dedicated to figuring out and doing what’s best for the children of our community, particularly those that are often overlooked and underserved. I wholeheartedly endorse her candidacy for the Palo Alto school board.  I look forward to both her leadership and her ability to rebuild bridges and trust in our community.❞

❝Linda is principled and cares deeply about our students, staff, and schools. She has built positive and collaborative relationships throughout our community; a testament to her engagement, integrity, and work ethic. She is someone who gets things done.❞

❝ I love the district and this town, and I want it to be a good place for all of us. I think Linda will be a great board member who will help make that happen.❞

❝We had the honor of working closely with Linda to co-lead TrackWatch Palo Alto. Linda is an inspiring example of leadership and care in our community. She is incredibly smart, reliable, well-reasoned, and action-oriented, which are all qualities PAUSD needs.❞

❝I am delighted to recommend Linda for Palo Alto school board!❞

❝Linda understands the role and responsibilities of a PAUSD school board member. She applies her problem-solving skills to difficult issues, considers alternatives, and follows through with well-thought-out, supportable plans that will benefit our students❞

❝With her unparalleled understanding of the district’s inner workings and her levelheaded wisdom, Linda has consistently added exceptional value across many levels of our district for years. She would be an outstanding board trustee.❞

❝Linda is a thoughtful coalition builder, prioritizing and advocating for what’s best for our students.❞

❝Linda's knowledge of our community is deep, and her understanding of our children's needs is strong. She'll be an excellent PAUSD Board Member!❞

❝A sense of belonging is the number one predictor of success in school. Linda’s commitment to this will improve our schools tremendously.❞

❝My blood pressure is significantly lower any time Linda is in the room.❞

❝Linda knows more about our schools than anyone else I’ve met. She is a joy to work with, and I trust her to make our schools better for all students.❞

❝Linda has a wealth of knowledge and experience in Palo Alto's schools. She is compassionate and knows how to get things done!❞

❝Linda will be a great addition to the PAUSD board with her deep experience and long record of accomplishment.❞

❝Linda has the knowledge and grace to advocate for the hard decisions facing PAUSD. I trust her to make good and prudent decisions in the interest of all our students.❞

❝I've known Linda for a decade, and she has always fought hard for what it right, even when the fight is difficult and seemingly endless. She will do a great job supporting families!❞

❝Serving on a school board is not for the faint of heart, but Linda Henigin brings fortitude, dedication and flexible problem solving to the table. Her years serving the PAUSD community as a parent and advocate ensures she has the skills and heart for the job.❞