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Champion Parental Rights & Transparency
Transparency in district decisions, clear information, real opportunities to participate, and timely communication from schools.
Read the full priorityFor Pomona Unified School Board · Trustee Area 4
We are FAILING Pomona students.It is time for change.
VOTE Pawn Kongkosonkichkan on November 3rd
Building Better Schools Together.
Election dayTue, Nov 3, 2026
SeatTrustee Area 4
RaceNon-partisan
At PUSD Board meetingsSince early 2024
Under the current administration:
Pomona Unified · CAASPP 2024–25Nearly2 out of 3
students are NOT meeting state standards for English Language Arts.
Pomona: only 37.31% meet standardsStatewide: 48.82% meet standards
More than3 out of 4
students are NOT meeting state standards in Mathematics.
Pomona: only 23.97% meet standardsStatewide: 37.30% meet standards
We CAN and we MUST do better for the students of Pomona. It’s time for change.
Source: California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), Smarter Balanced results, Pomona Unified, all grades, 2024–25 school year. Statewide comparison: California, all grades, 2024–25.
— Spending & outcomes
Pomona Unified · per studentWe’re spending more and getting FAILING results.
$13,568
district spending per student — 2018–19
59.06%increase
$21,581
district spending per student — 2024–25
The results
We are FAILING students
2018–2019 results are higher than 2024–2025 results – we are going backwards.
Only
37.31%
of students in Pomona Unified meet or exceed state standards in English Language Arts
and only
23.97%
meet or exceed state standards in mathematics
More spending should mean more student opportunity and stronger academic outcomes, but what we are getting is a FAILED academic system and your tax dollars being wasted. It is time for change.
Source: California Department of Education — district per-student expenditure data; CAASPP Smarter Balanced results, Pomona Unified, all grades, 2024–25.
01 Why I'm running
In my own wordsHear it from Pawn.
Video coming soon
Pawn Kongkosonkichkan · Public Service AnnouncementCandidate for Pomona USD Board of Education, Trustee Area 4
I never imagined I would attend a school board meeting, much less run for public office.
In 2023 I saw parents raising concerns about parental involvement, transparency, and the direction of public education. I began paying closer attention, and then I looked at my district's own academic results.
Our current board member has been in office for 16 years and the facts don’t lie – we are spending nearly 60% more per student each year since 2018–2019 and only 1 of 3 students are meeting standards for ELA and 1 in 4 are meeting standards for math.
We are failing the students of Pomona and I can’t walk away – it’s time for change.
2023First attended a local school board meeting
02 My priorities for Pomona
Where I standI’ll provide leadership for our students.
A strong school district should respect parents, help students achieve academically, maintain safe learning environments, and manage public resources responsibly. These four priorities guide my campaign.
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Promote Academic Excellence
A strong foundation in reading, writing, mathematics, and science, and honest reporting on how students are doing.
Read the full priority03
Protect Safe Learning Environments
Safe, orderly, welcoming schools, free from fear, intimidation, bullying, or disruption.
Read the full priority04
Be a Responsible Steward of Taxpayer Dollars
Public funds managed prudently, transparently, and in the best interests of students.
Read the full priority03 The full platform
In detailWhere I stand, point by point.
I will not pretend to have every answer before reviewing the facts. I will listen, investigate, and work collaboratively toward solutions that respect parents, support educators, and keep student success at the center.
A note on this platform. My priorities will continue to develop as I listen to our community, review district information, and learn more about the needs of PUSD students and families.
01Champion Parental Rights & TransparencyOpen
My position
Parents are essential partners in their children's education. They deserve transparency from the district: clear information about curriculum and instructional materials, open explanations of major decisions, meaningful opportunities to participate in district decisions, and timely communication from schools.
I believe parents should be treated with respect, their concerns should be heard, and families and educators should work together in the best interests of students.
02Promote Academic ExcellenceOpen
My position
Every student deserves a strong foundation in reading, writing, and mathematics. PUSD should measure academic progress honestly, identify students who need additional support, and communicate clearly with families about student achievement.
I believe academic programs and taxpayer-funded resources should be evaluated by whether they are helping students learn and succeed.
03Protect Safe Learning EnvironmentsOpen
My position
Every student deserves a safe, orderly, and welcoming school where learning can take place without fear, intimidation, bullying, or disruption.
I believe PUSD should maintain clear behavior expectations, respond appropriately to safety concerns, support students and staff, and communicate responsibly with families when serious incidents occur.
04Be a Responsible Steward of Taxpayer DollarsOpen
My position
PUSD is entrusted with public funds that should be managed carefully, transparently, and in the best interests of students.
I believe taxpayer dollars should support strong instruction, safe schools, student services, and essential classroom needs. Major expenditures should be connected to clear priorities, responsible budgeting, and measurable results.
— How I will lead
PrinciplesHumility, preparation, accountability.
- 01Ask the right questions before reaching conclusions.
- 02Review policies, data, budgets, and public input.
- 03Distinguish between the authority of an individual trustee, the full Board, and district administration.
- 04Communicate clearly and respectfully with families and the community.
- 05Evaluate whether decisions are producing the intended results.
- 06Keep student learning, safety, opportunity, and responsible stewardship at the center.
My approach to Board service
I will approach school board service with humility, preparation, and accountability. I will listen before making judgments, seek accurate information, respect the responsibilities of district staff and educators, and work with the full Board toward practical solutions.
I do not believe a trustee needs to arrive with every answer. I believe a trustee needs to be willing to ask the right questions, seek accurate information, listen to the community, and work collaboratively to find solutions.Pawn Kongkosonkichkan
04 About Pawn
The candidatePawn Kongkosonkichkan
Educate.Equip.Engage.
We owe every child more than a diploma. We owe them an excellent education that equips them with the knowledge, skills, and character to succeed in life.
As the daughter of an immigrant from Thailand who became a proud United States citizen, I learned that education, hard work, and personal responsibility create opportunity. Those values have shaped my life and guided my commitment to serving others.
Big SisterBig Brothers Big Sisters
8 yearsat Genesys Works, preparing students for college and careers
RecruiterTechnical recruiter who sees what employers value
Serving young people has been a lifelong commitment. I served as a Big Sister through Big Brothers Big Sisters, spent eight years at Genesys Works preparing students for college and careers, and today work as a technical recruiter, where I see firsthand the knowledge, skills, and character today's employers value.
Since early 2024, I have faithfully attended and spoken at Pomona Unified School District Board meetings because Board decisions have a lasting impact on children and families. Every decision should put students first.
I believe parents are their children's first and most important teachers. As your Trustee, I will champion parental rights, make decisions that prioritize academic achievement and safe learning environments, and be a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars.
I will listen, lead with integrity, and put students first in every decision.
I respectfully ask for your vote.
05 Your neighborhood
Check your ballotAm I in Area 4?
In Pomona Unified, you vote for the candidate running in the area where you live. If you're in Area 4, Pawn is the first person listed on page 1 of your ballot.
Area 4 covers the neighborhoods served by
- Alcott Elem.
- Decker Elem.
- Philadelphia Elem.
- Ranch Hills Elem.
- Lexington School K–8
- Simons Middle
- Garey High
Trustee areas are based on where you live, not where your child attends school. Check the district's official map to confirm your address.
See the Trustee Area 4 mapKey dates
Election day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
- Oct 5
Vote-by-mail ballots go out to every registered voter.
- Oct 19
Register to vote by Monday, October 19. After that you can still register and vote in person at a vote center, right through election day.
- Oct 24
Vote centers open.
- Nov 3
Election day. Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
→ Get involved
Join the campaignChange starts with you.
I am a first-time candidate, running because we are failing our students in Pomona.
This campaign runs on neighbors talking to neighbors who want change. Our students need to read, write, and do math at grade level. It is time for change.
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06 Before you vote
QuestionsThings people ask me.
Q.01Do you have children in Pomona Unified?
No. I don't have children of my own, but I have spent my career helping other people's children get ready for what comes after graduation, first as a Big Sister and then through eight years at Genesys Works. I have a brother in a neighboring school district and family across school districts in Southern California. Every child in Pomona deserves an advocate on the Board, and I intend to be one.
Q.02What does the Board of Education actually do?
The Board sets district policy, approves the budget, hires and evaluates the superintendent, and holds the district accountable for student outcomes. Trustees don't run individual schools. They set direction and ask the questions that keep the district focused on students.
Q.03Have you been involved with the district before?
Yes. I have attended and spoken at Pomona Unified Board meetings since early 2024. I've heard what parents and teachers are raising, and I've watched how decisions get made.
Q.04Is this a partisan race?
No. School board races in California are non-partisan, and I intend to keep it that way. Party platforms should be set aside so the Board can make decisions based on what is best for students.
Q.05How can I reach you?
Email [email protected], use the sign-up form above, or scan the QR code. I read everything that comes in.