San Diego's Richard Barrera Leads Sonja Shaw in California Superintendent Race, Early Results Show

San Diego's Richard Barrera leads Sonja Shaw in California superintendent race, early results show

Barrera had the backing of the California Democratic Party and the California Teachers Association, while Shaw received endorsements from Republicans.

Barrera leads Shaw in early returns for state superintendent's race

Teachers union support made Barrera the favorite, even though Shaw led large primary field.

Election results: Richard Barrera well ahead of Sonja Shaw in State Superintendent of Public Instruction race

With about 53% of the vote counted, Barrera was leading Shaw by almost a million votes.

California school board presidents face off in race for state superintendent

California voters will choose Tuesday between two school board presidents who are running to become the state's next Superintendent of Public Instruction.

2026 elections: Track results for California superintendent of public instruction

California voters will decide who should be the next state superintendent of public instruction in the Nov. 3 election.

Exclusive | Sonja Shaw says she’s ‘ready to get to work’ as California superintendent, makes final plea as race heads to Election Day

Ahead of Tuesday's vote, superintendent hopeful Sonja Shaw says she is ready to lead California schools with a back-to-basics focus on academics.