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Dear Fellow Members of the CDM School Community: Shortly after returning to her hometown of Newport Beach in 2003, my wife Mary and I began actively serving in a variety of roles to provide support to the children and families in the Eastbluff and CDM school...

There’s never been a more compelling time for respected, responsible leadership in our NMUSD schools. In the CdM area, we have the choice between a political climber who is connected to a group that has attacked our student organizations, our teachers and even our...

(Stu News, 10/21/22) I remember being taught John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success at Lincoln Elementary School, but this wasn’t my first time learning it, as John Wooden was a legend in my home. My dad played volleyball at UCLA, and my mom, LISA PEARSON, received her...

(Stu News, 10/21/22) You know, I’m getting to be a sucker in my old age. It happened again yesterday. I received a Letter to the Editor. Now mind you, we receive numerous letters to the editor. So, what made this one different? Most of them simply complain about a...

I remember the day, as the founding Principal of Andersen Elementary School in the Port Streets. Parents  walked  their children to their classrooms, excited to meet their teachers.  It was a special time for this brand new neighborhood school.  Like those parents,...

One of the most important things for an effective leader to do is to show up. Showing up means being there, caring and staying, even when it isn't convenient. It doesn't mean showing up for a few minutes and leaving. By showing up you earn my vote. I've watched our...

One question before voters shortly will be who will take Karen Yelsey's place on the NMUSD School Board Area 4. Over her tenure on the board, Karen has been an engaged, dedicated and fearless leader for our schools and our community. We need to elect a person who,...

Newport Beach, CA - Next Up Newport is pleased to announce its endorsement of the following Newport - Mesa Unified School District: District 4: Lisa Pearson Lisa Pearson is an impressive candidate for District 4.  She has lived in the district for over 30 years and...

One question before voters shortly will be who will take Karen Yelsey’s place on the NMUSD School Board Area 4. Over her tenure on the board, Karen has been an engaged, dedicated and fearless leader for our schools and our community. We need to elect a person who,...

Newport Beach Police Association Endorses Lisa Pearson