After running unopposed in the election, Tanya Koshy will fill the school board seat vacated by long-serving trustee Julie Union. Koshy, a dedicated parent volunteer and board member of the Solana Beach Schools Foundation, will be sworn in at the boards December organizational meeting, according to a news release.

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We are pleased to welcome Tanya to the board of trustees. Her passion for education and deep commitment to our students and community will be invaluable as we continue to provide exceptional learning experiences for each and every SBSD student, said Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Burks in the news release. We look forward to working with her as we pursue SBSD’s vision for excellence.

Koshy holds a bachelors degree from Stanford University and an M.B.A. from Northwestern University. She worked in the tech industry while remaining involved in the Solana Beach school community through her volunteer work and participation in the Solana Beach Schools Foundation.

“Education has the power to change lives, and I believe every child deserves that opportunity, said Koshy in the news release. As a parent, a volunteer, and someone whose own education has profoundly shaped my life, I’m committed to ensuring that our district continues to provide transformative experiences for every student. I’m excited to join the board and help create environments where students and teachers alike can thrive.”