Katie McEwen with her husband and three children in Irvine

Re-elect

Katie McEwen

Experienced leadership. Students first.

IUSD Board of Education · Trustee Area 2

It has been one of the greatest honors of my life to serve Irvine Unified’s students, families, and employees. I am running for reelection to continue the thoughtful, collaborative work that keeps our schools exceptional and helps every student thrive.

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Meet Katie

A teacher, parent, volunteer, and proven board leader

Katie has called Irvine home for more than 22 years. She is a credentialed teacher, longtime PTA and community volunteer, and the parent of three IUSD graduates—including one child who received special education services.

Elected in 2022, Katie served as Board President and brings classroom experience, careful listening, and a deep commitment to putting students at the center of every decision.

Katie with community partners celebrating an investment in IUSD education

First-term results

Progress worth continuing

  • Helped lead a thoughtful national search and hire an outstanding Superintendent
  • Expanded support for student mental health and well-being
  • Strengthened Career Technical Education and post-secondary pathways
  • Advocated for fair, adequate funding for Irvine schools
Priorities & proven results
Katie reading to young students in an Irvine classroom

Rooted in Irvine

More than two decades serving our schools

From teaching at Northwood High School to leading Career Café, supporting PTA programs, and serving on the Board of Education, Katie understands Irvine schools from every perspective.

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