The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) Board of Trustees has elected Sara Hernandez as its new board president. Andra Hoffman will serve as first vice president, and Steven F. Veres as second vice president.
In a statement, Hernandez said, “I am deeply honored to serve as board president at this pivotal time for LACCD. Our students are resilient, talented and determined – and they deserve a board that fights relentlessly for their success. My priority is ensuring that every student, regardless of background, has access to the resources and support they need to thrive. Community colleges are engines of opportunity, and LACCD must continue leading with equity, innovation and accountability. I look forward to working alongside my fellow trustees, Chancellor Román, our college presidents, faculty, staff and community partners to build a district that truly serves all students.”
Hernandez has experience in education, public policy, and community advocacy. She previously taught at LAUSD as a middle school teacher and founded a non-profit organization focused on providing educational opportunities for low-income students. After obtaining her law degree, she worked in Los Angeles City Hall where she led initiatives in economic development as well as policies related to housing, homelessness services, transportation improvements, and infrastructure projects. Currently, she teaches constitutional law at Los Angeles Valley College and is a member of the California Library Resources Board; she was appointed by Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon in 2019.
