More than 500 students, parents, and elected officials turned out for a candidate forum hosted by nonprofit Rocketship Public Schools, a charter school system within the county. Candidates addressed issues ranging from mental health support in schools to the importance of working with underserved communities. “Families should have their voices represented as schools go beyond the classroom to become community hubs,” said Yesenia Fernandez, co-chair of the event and Rocketship parent volunteer.

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