CTA State Council of Education met April 4–6, 2025, in Los Angeles. In his speech to delegates, CTA President David Goldberg acknowledged the current challenges we face — insidious educator layoffs and cuts, assaults on our basic civil rights and freedom of speech, the dismantling of the Department of Education, funding cuts to rural schools and communities, and more.

But he reminded us of the hope we carry within our union, where “we lift each other up to that light of change.” He outlined significant ways our union is fighting back, including the May 17 statewide action “Fight for Schools” (cta.org/ffs).

“These mass actions are an important means of resistance not just to the attacks from DC,” Goldberg said, “but will also send a clear message to electeds in our state that we will fight for the funding our schools deserve in the fifth largest economy on the planet.”

He ended by urging all to seize the opportunity to make positive change.

“This is a moment of both challenge and opportunity for us, and for the broader labor movement. On one hand we face an existential threat, but on the other a real opportunity to build a stronger, resurgent labor movement.

“The pressure that we are under, as educators, workers and union members, is real. But pressure can also create the kind of crucible where real change occurs, where movements are born, and where courage is forged.”

Photo caption: David Goldberg addresses the delegates.

Election Results

On April 5, the following candidates were elected by the Council body:

CTA President
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — David B. Goldberg

CTA Vice President
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Leslie S. Littman

CTA Board of Directors, DISTRICT C
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Angela Normand

CTA Board of Directors, DISTRICT O
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Gregory Abt

CTA Board of Directors, DISTRICT P
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Kisha Borden

CTA Board of Directors, DISTRICT Q
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — DeWayne Sheaffer

NEA Director from California, DISTRICT 5
Term of Office:
September 1, 2025–August 31, 2028
Elected — Hilary Hall

NEA Alternate Director from California, SEAT 3
Term of Office:
September 1, 2025–August 31, 2028
Elected — Shelly Ehrke

CTA/ABC Committee Member, DISTRICT C
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Mayra Alvarado

CTA/ABC Committee Member, DISTRICT F
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Jennifer Wilkin

CTA/ABC Committee Member, DISTRICT K
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Billie Joe Wright

CTA/ABC Committee Member, DISTRICT L
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — La Tonya Curlin

CTA/ABC Committee Member, DISTRICT P
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Jasper Daleo

CTA/ABC Committee Member, DISTRICT Q
Term of Office:
June 26, 2025–June 25, 2028
Elected — Patrick Mitchell

Council approved the following CTA Board-Recommended candidates for the NEA Executive Committee
Mel House
Dr. Tia Mills

Forum on Immigration

A special forum “Solidarity With Our Immigrant Communities” took place at State Council, facilitated by CTA Board Member/District F Director Eva Ruiz (above, far left). Panelists included, from left to right, Pittsburg EA President Celia Medina Owens, President of the Salinas Elementary Teachers Council Oscar Ramos, UTLA Elementary Vice President Maria Miranda, and Alhambra TA Political Action Committee Chair Javier Gutierrez.

The forum discussed educator roles and rights, including legal guidance from CTA and NEA. Panelists spoke about efforts in their local chapters and communities, which range from holding trainings and workshops on immigrants’ rights and partnering with local organizations and government agencies to actively advocating for students and families. Lisa Ramirez, an immigrants rights attorney, joined the forum to talk
about the current situation at the federal and state levels and legislative actions to fight back. Find resources and information for educators, students and families, and communities at cta.org/homeishere.

CTA Proposed Bylaw Amendment

At the June 2025 State Council of Education meeting, Council will vote by written ballot on whether to adopt the following bylaw amendment. The proposed amendment is to Article XVI, Section 1.

Legend: Additions are in boldface.

Article XVI — Amendments SECTION 1. Proposal of Amendments to Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws.
Amendments to the Articles of Incorporation and/or these Bylaws may be proposed by any one of the following: (Amended January 1998)
a. The affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the members of the Board of Directors.
b. The affirmative vote of a majority of those present at any meeting of the State Council of Education, provided that a copy of the bylaw change is attached with additions bolded and deletions struck through.
c. The regular initiative or referendum processes as stated in Article IV, Section 1 and 2. (Amended January 1998)