Josh Newman
@newmanforca.bsky.social
Reimagining California’s schools 🎓Candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction. Former Senate Ed Chair. Dad, Husband, Educator, Army Veteran 📖
Honored to have the endorsement of Former Fresno Unified Superintendent Bob Nelson, a respected education leader who has spent his career expanding opportunity for students across the Central Valley 🌄📘
December 9, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Honored to have the endorsement of Former Fresno Unified Superintendent Bob Nelson, a respected education leader who has spent his career expanding opportunity for students across the Central Valley 🌄📘
We owe it to our students, families, teachers, school board members, and administrators to find an inventive, lasting solution to properly fund California’s public education system. As leader of the CA Department of Education, I’ll work tirelessly to make that happen.
December 6, 2025 at 6:42 PM
We owe it to our students, families, teachers, school board members, and administrators to find an inventive, lasting solution to properly fund California’s public education system. As leader of the CA Department of Education, I’ll work tirelessly to make that happen.
As your next SPI, I’m committed to protecting and strengthening the promise of public education — and that starts with being a voice for all stakeholders while making the CA Department of Education an incubator for real solutions. Thank you to CSBA for having me!
December 5, 2025 at 6:40 PM
As your next SPI, I’m committed to protecting and strengthening the promise of public education — and that starts with being a voice for all stakeholders while making the CA Department of Education an incubator for real solutions. Thank you to CSBA for having me!
Had the pleasure of connecting with members of the APISBMA ahead of #AEC2025. Such an inspiring community of education leaders doing big things for students everywhere.
December 4, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Had the pleasure of connecting with members of the APISBMA ahead of #AEC2025. Such an inspiring community of education leaders doing big things for students everywhere.
Had such a great time learning about the creative solutions happening at the Chicago Park School — from growing their own produce to preparing fresh, healthy meals for students. They’re doing incredible work reimagining school lunch 🍎
December 4, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Had such a great time learning about the creative solutions happening at the Chicago Park School — from growing their own produce to preparing fresh, healthy meals for students. They’re doing incredible work reimagining school lunch 🍎
Grateful to be endorsed by Palmdale Mayor Eric Ohlsen, a dedicated leader focused on student success and community opportunity 🎓📖
His support strengthens our mission to reduce absenteeism, boost achievement, and ensure every California student has access to a high-quality education.
His support strengthens our mission to reduce absenteeism, boost achievement, and ensure every California student has access to a high-quality education.
December 3, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Grateful to be endorsed by Palmdale Mayor Eric Ohlsen, a dedicated leader focused on student success and community opportunity 🎓📖
His support strengthens our mission to reduce absenteeism, boost achievement, and ensure every California student has access to a high-quality education.
His support strengthens our mission to reduce absenteeism, boost achievement, and ensure every California student has access to a high-quality education.
My new op-ed in @the74.bsky.social lays out why California should expand career aptitude screening in public schools so every kid can discover their strengths early. Read it here and join the push for a school system that actually prepares students for the futures they want.
December 2, 2025 at 3:48 PM
My new op-ed in @the74.bsky.social lays out why California should expand career aptitude screening in public schools so every kid can discover their strengths early. Read it here and join the push for a school system that actually prepares students for the futures they want.
Honored to have the endorsement of Santa Clara District Attorney Jeff Rosen, a leader committed to strong support for students and families ⚖️📚
His support reinforces our mission to create schools that work for every child and give all California students the tools to thrive.
His support reinforces our mission to create schools that work for every child and give all California students the tools to thrive.
November 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Honored to have the endorsement of Santa Clara District Attorney Jeff Rosen, a leader committed to strong support for students and families ⚖️📚
His support reinforces our mission to create schools that work for every child and give all California students the tools to thrive.
His support reinforces our mission to create schools that work for every child and give all California students the tools to thrive.
Happy Thanksgiving to all celebrating! I’m especially grateful for our students, families, and teachers 🦃📚 Your hard work and dedication inspire our fight to build stronger schools and brighter futures for every California student!
November 27, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to all celebrating! I’m especially grateful for our students, families, and teachers 🦃📚 Your hard work and dedication inspire our fight to build stronger schools and brighter futures for every California student!
Honored to be endorsed by UA Local 250, representing thousands of skilled members who keep California’s homes, schools, and industries running 🔧🏫
Their support reflects our shared commitment to strengthening career pathways, supporting working families, and preparing every student for the future.
Their support reflects our shared commitment to strengthening career pathways, supporting working families, and preparing every student for the future.
November 26, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Honored to be endorsed by UA Local 250, representing thousands of skilled members who keep California’s homes, schools, and industries running 🔧🏫
Their support reflects our shared commitment to strengthening career pathways, supporting working families, and preparing every student for the future.
Their support reflects our shared commitment to strengthening career pathways, supporting working families, and preparing every student for the future.
Proud to earn the endorsement of WVUSD Trustee Helen Hall, whose leadership reflects a deep commitment to safe, supportive, and high-quality schools 🏫✨
With partners like Trustee Hall, we can strengthen student outcomes and build an education system that works for every child.
With partners like Trustee Hall, we can strengthen student outcomes and build an education system that works for every child.
November 24, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Proud to earn the endorsement of WVUSD Trustee Helen Hall, whose leadership reflects a deep commitment to safe, supportive, and high-quality schools 🏫✨
With partners like Trustee Hall, we can strengthen student outcomes and build an education system that works for every child.
With partners like Trustee Hall, we can strengthen student outcomes and build an education system that works for every child.
Honored to have the support of Los Alamitos USD Trustee Chris Forehan, an educator dedicated to strengthening schools and ensuring opportunity 🎓
Together, we’re working to boost achievement, support families, and ensure every California student has the tools to thrive.
Together, we’re working to boost achievement, support families, and ensure every California student has the tools to thrive.
November 21, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Honored to have the support of Los Alamitos USD Trustee Chris Forehan, an educator dedicated to strengthening schools and ensuring opportunity 🎓
Together, we’re working to boost achievement, support families, and ensure every California student has the tools to thrive.
Together, we’re working to boost achievement, support families, and ensure every California student has the tools to thrive.
Had a great time joining education leaders from across the Central Valley for a powerful discussion on how play, purpose, and partnership are shaping the future of learning in California. Thank you to the HPA and the Boys & Girls Club of the Central Valley for hosting!
November 20, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Had a great time joining education leaders from across the Central Valley for a powerful discussion on how play, purpose, and partnership are shaping the future of learning in California. Thank you to the HPA and the Boys & Girls Club of the Central Valley for hosting!
Proud to earn the endorsement of Anaheim City Councilmember Kristen Maahs, a passionate advocate for students, educators, and working families across Orange County 🍎✨
Together, we’ll strengthen our schools, raise student outcomes, and ensure every child has access to a high-quality education.
Together, we’ll strengthen our schools, raise student outcomes, and ensure every child has access to a high-quality education.
November 19, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Proud to earn the endorsement of Anaheim City Councilmember Kristen Maahs, a passionate advocate for students, educators, and working families across Orange County 🍎✨
Together, we’ll strengthen our schools, raise student outcomes, and ensure every child has access to a high-quality education.
Together, we’ll strengthen our schools, raise student outcomes, and ensure every child has access to a high-quality education.
California’s future is bright thanks to talented, driven students ready to make a difference in their communities. Grateful to CASC Region 10 for inviting me to speak at their Student Advocacy Conference! 🍊📢
November 18, 2025 at 7:09 PM
California’s future is bright thanks to talented, driven students ready to make a difference in their communities. Grateful to CASC Region 10 for inviting me to speak at their Student Advocacy Conference! 🍊📢
Proud to earn the support of Villa Park Mayor Pro Tem Jordan Wu, a passionate advocate for students, families, and strong local schools 🌟✏️ With partners like Councilmember Wu, we can create supportive learning environments, improve outcomes, and give every child the tools to thrive.
November 17, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Proud to earn the support of Villa Park Mayor Pro Tem Jordan Wu, a passionate advocate for students, families, and strong local schools 🌟✏️ With partners like Councilmember Wu, we can create supportive learning environments, improve outcomes, and give every child the tools to thrive.
Honored to have the endorsement of City of Industry Mayor Cory Moss, a leader committed to strengthening schools and supporting working families across our communities 🏙️📚
Together, we’ll raise student achievement, expand opportunities, and ensure every California student can succeed.
Together, we’ll raise student achievement, expand opportunities, and ensure every California student can succeed.
November 14, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Honored to have the endorsement of City of Industry Mayor Cory Moss, a leader committed to strengthening schools and supporting working families across our communities 🏙️📚
Together, we’ll raise student achievement, expand opportunities, and ensure every California student can succeed.
Together, we’ll raise student achievement, expand opportunities, and ensure every California student can succeed.
As your next State Superintendent, I’m laser-focused on aligning our schools with the workforce of today and tomorrow, so every student can build a future right here in California. We need more collaboration, connection, and accountability—not silos that stifle innovation 🤝
November 13, 2025 at 3:54 PM
As your next State Superintendent, I’m laser-focused on aligning our schools with the workforce of today and tomorrow, so every student can build a future right here in California. We need more collaboration, connection, and accountability—not silos that stifle innovation 🤝
Was glad to meet with labor leaders from the South Bay Labor Council to share my vision for ensuring every California student has the resources and support to discover their passions and turn them into dignified careers 💡 Grateful for the thoughtful conversation and insights from these leaders!
November 12, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Was glad to meet with labor leaders from the South Bay Labor Council to share my vision for ensuring every California student has the resources and support to discover their passions and turn them into dignified careers 💡 Grateful for the thoughtful conversation and insights from these leaders!
Honored to have the endorsement of CSUF President Emeritus Fram Virjee, a respected higher education leader and former President & CEO of the Association of Governing Boards 🎓📚
His support underscores our shared belief that California’s future depends on aligning education with opportunity!
His support underscores our shared belief that California’s future depends on aligning education with opportunity!
November 12, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Honored to have the endorsement of CSUF President Emeritus Fram Virjee, a respected higher education leader and former President & CEO of the Association of Governing Boards 🎓📚
His support underscores our shared belief that California’s future depends on aligning education with opportunity!
His support underscores our shared belief that California’s future depends on aligning education with opportunity!
This Veterans Day, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who’ve worn our nation’s uniform. As a proud Army veteran, I carry the lessons of service and leadership into all of my work. Our veterans remind us that investing in education is investing in the future they fought to protect.
November 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
This Veterans Day, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who’ve worn our nation’s uniform. As a proud Army veteran, I carry the lessons of service and leadership into all of my work. Our veterans remind us that investing in education is investing in the future they fought to protect.
Honored to be endorsed by FJUHSD Board President Vicki Calhoun, a dedicated educator and steadfast advocate for student success 🎓✏️
Her leadership reflects our shared commitment to raising achievement and ensuring every California student has the opportunity to thrive.
Her leadership reflects our shared commitment to raising achievement and ensuring every California student has the opportunity to thrive.
November 10, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Honored to be endorsed by FJUHSD Board President Vicki Calhoun, a dedicated educator and steadfast advocate for student success 🎓✏️
Her leadership reflects our shared commitment to raising achievement and ensuring every California student has the opportunity to thrive.
Her leadership reflects our shared commitment to raising achievement and ensuring every California student has the opportunity to thrive.
Had a great time learning about the incredible work happening at UA Local 393’s Pipe Trades Training Center! To truly connect classroom to career, we need stronger partnerships—and innovation hubs like this are leading the way 📚🛠️
November 7, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Had a great time learning about the incredible work happening at UA Local 393’s Pipe Trades Training Center! To truly connect classroom to career, we need stronger partnerships—and innovation hubs like this are leading the way 📚🛠️
Grateful to be endorsed by San Jose Councilmember David Cohen, a lifelong education advocate and former school board member ✏️📖
His support reflects our shared commitment to strengthening classroom resources and boosting student outcomes across California.
His support reflects our shared commitment to strengthening classroom resources and boosting student outcomes across California.
November 7, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Grateful to be endorsed by San Jose Councilmember David Cohen, a lifelong education advocate and former school board member ✏️📖
His support reflects our shared commitment to strengthening classroom resources and boosting student outcomes across California.
His support reflects our shared commitment to strengthening classroom resources and boosting student outcomes across California.
Today, I met with leaders from the San Mateo Building and Trades Council to share my vision for reimagining our public schools. We talked about the need to fund our schools fairly—and how real accountability and strong leadership are key parts of making that vision a reality.
November 7, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Today, I met with leaders from the San Mateo Building and Trades Council to share my vision for reimagining our public schools. We talked about the need to fund our schools fairly—and how real accountability and strong leadership are key parts of making that vision a reality.