Sylvia Pfeiffer Williams
for District 4 Oakland School Board Member
For two decades, I served Oakland as a special education aide, adult educator, and union leader. Now, as your Oakland School Board candidate for District 4, I will prioritize student needs in every vote, ensure the budget reflects community values, and foster a school environment where every learner and educator feels truly valued, heard, and supported throughout the year.
Sylvia Pfeiffer Williams
Community Support
"I trust Sylvia to be a strong advocate for students and workers in Oakland public schools. She knows how to work with labor to move forward policies that benefit Oakland students, families and communities."
"Sylvia understands how important it is to keep great special education staff so we can provide a safe and stable learning environment for our students with the highest needs."
"Sylvia understands how important it is to keep great special education staff so we can provide a safe and stable learning environment for our students with the highest needs."
"Sylvia has a proven track record of advocating for immigrant students as an adult educator in OUSD. She will use her position on the school board to fight for excellent public education for every student in Oakland."
Keith Brown
Sayuri Valenza
Sayuri Valenza
Valarie Bachelor
Executive Secretary-Treasurer, Alameda County Central Labor Council
Executive Board Member, Oakland Education Association, OUSD Special Education Teacher
Executive Board Member, Oakland Education Association, OUSD Special Education Teacher
School Director, OUSD District 6
"Sylvia is a dedicated public servant who will respect all the voices of her district and has studied how to design realistic school budgets.
"Sylvia is a unifier. During these divisive times, with powerful economic pressures, the Oakland School Board will benefit from Sylvia's 'skillful means,' as she is a courageous leader who is deeply committed to supporting the entire educational community."
"Sylvia is a brave, devoted leader who is truly committed to protecting and serving the most marginalized and at-risk members within our diverse community."
Pamela Drake
Ana Turetsky
Rev. Leah Martens
Former Teacher & AFT Rep,
Oakland UnifiedSchool District
Politics Chair, Wellstone Club
Retired Teacher
Former President
AFT Local 771 & CFT State Council
Pastor, Haven Berkeley Faith Community Organizer, Singing Resistance East Bay
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"Teachers want a candidate who wants to keep our money in classrooms, prioritize permanent staffing, and focus on creating the conditions students need to achieve literacy by second grade. That’s Sylvia!"
Jazmin, OUSD teacher
"I support Sylvia Williams. As an educator Sylvia has first hand experience, understanding the problems teachers in Oakland Unified face each and every day every day."
Ed Ness, former PFLAG local leader
Our plan
OUSD must maximize its assets—including funds, facilities, and local expertise—to build a stronger school system that prepares our children for academic success and future community leadership.
Fiscal Integrity
Supporting our teaching staff is the primary driver of student achievement. We must provide the tools and respect necessary for excellence.
Retain our Talent
Fiscal Integrity
Retain our Talent
I am dedicated to achieving universal literacy by championing targeted, diverse, and language-appropriate reading support for all second-grade students who require extra help to meet their key milestones.
Literacy for All
Contact us
The campaign for Sylvia Williams for Oakland School Board is focused on community dialogue. Please reach out to share your ideas on how we can collaborate to provide every student with the essential tools for success.