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Vote andrew Barnes for Menlo Park City school Board
Andrew Barnes
Menlo Park
School Board
Strong Schools.
Responsible Stewardship.
My family has benefited tremendously from the MPCSD. I'm running for School Board because I want to give back to the district that helped shape my son and so many other students.
As MPCSD's Chair of the Measure U Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee and as capital project professional with Santa Clara County, I bring experience overseeing public projects, managing public resources, and planning for the future.
Most importantly, I want to help ensure MPCSD remains a district where students, families, and staff have the opportunity to be the best version of themselves. In our case, that started with the wonderful Spanish Immersion program.
I respectfully ask for your vote.
Why
I'm
Running
Strong Academics
Support the teachers, programs, and learning environments that make MPCSD exceptional.
Planning Ahead
Bring practical experience to district facilities, capital projects, and long-term planning.
Fiscal Responsibility
Thoughtfully evaluate trade-offs and responsibly manage MPCSD budgets.
My Priorities
Student Well-Being
Help ensure students feel safe, supported, and seen.
MPCSD is already a strong district.
My goal is to help maintain what makes it successful while planning responsibly for the future. I believe my experience can help the district navigate important decisions about school facilities, budgets, and long-range planning.
Looking Ahead
Meet Andrew
My son attended Laurel Elementary and Hillview Middle School and is now a freshman at Menlo-Atherton High School. Watching him grow through the district gave me a firsthand appreciation for the teachers, staff, and community that make MPCSD such a special place.
My Professional Experience
I work in facilities and real estate for Santa Clara County's Facilities and Fleet Department, managing acquisitions, capital improvements, and real estate projects across more than 110 sites. My work involves overseeing public projects, managing budgets, and planning for the long term.
My Community Work
I currently serve as Chair of MPCSD's Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee for Measure U, helping ensure transparency and accountability for the district's $123 million voter-approved bond program. Measure U funds major facility improvements throughout the district, including the Lower Laurel redevelopment and improvements at Oak Knoll, Encinal, and Hillview.
After moving to Menlo Park in 2010, I wanted to do my share. My community work includes:
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MPCSD Housing Element Advisory Team
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Menlo Park Planning Commissioner, 2016-2024
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Menlo Park Environmental Quality Commissioner
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Menlo Park Transportation Master Plan Oversight Committee
"I hope to ensure that future students have the same opportunities that my son enjoyed. The Spanish immersion program at MPCSD is one of them."
Get Involved
Reach out to me at BarnesforBoard2026@gmail.com to connect about any of this.
Community Support
I'm grateful for the support and encouragement I have received from parents and community members.
Jory Macdonald
Former Hillview PTO treasurer and Laurel PTO president
I’ve seen Andrew in action across many roles and I’ve always been impressed by his thoughtfulness and careful consideration of any topic. He’s the type of person who fully understands a complicated issue before making any decision, something I greatly appreciate when current trends demand a hot take on any topic. I know that Andrew will be a strong member of our school board, whose candidacy I wholeheartedly support.
Ritu Chitkara, MD
Current Hillview Parent, former Laurel Parent and PTO member
From being the first to jump in and volunteer in our classrooms to serving our city on the Planning Commission, Andrew has a proven track record of dedicated public service. He’s a trusted voice who listens, brings people together, and understands how to get things done for our families.
Meghan Martinez
mPCSD Parent
Andrew cares deeply about our community and is willing to put the time in to make a real difference. For me, there is no question that Andrew would be an excellent, thoughtful, and effective addition to our School Board.
Amir Motamedi
MPCSD Parent
I'm a father of two kids and I can't think of a better person to be a driving force for education. Andrew's experience along with his amazing ability to care about others makes him the ideal candidate to get MPCSD ready for the next decade of change.
O’Neal Spicer
MPCSD Parent
Andrew is a home run for kids and families in MPCSD. Full stop. He's a doer and knows how to get things done.
Sarah O’Reilly
MPCSD Parent
Andrew has contributed significantly to our Menlo Park community and we would be lucky to have him serve on the school board. He knows the city, the district and the schools first-hand and knows how to steer us toward the future.