ELECTED OFFICIALS AND DIGNITARIES

Lisa Wellman
Washington State Senator, 41st District, chair of Early Learning and K12 Education

Vandana Slatter
Washington State Senator, 48th District, former Bellevue City Council member

My-Linh Thai
Washington State Representative, 41st District, former Bellevue School Board member

Lillian Ortiz
Washington State Representative.

Claudia M. Balducci
Member of the King County Council, former Bellevue Mayor

Osman Salahuddin
House Representative, LD 48

Lynne Robinson
Mayor of Bellevue

Mo Malakoutian
Bellevue Deputy Mayor, Position 3

Dave Hamilton
Bellevue City Councilmember, Position 7

John Stokes
Former Bellevue City Councilmember, Position 1

Claire Sumadiwirya
Bellevue City Councilmember, Position 5

"I’m proud to endorse Marta. Her deep care for students, families, and staff—along with her strong community involvement and commitment to equity—make her a valuable asset to the Bellevue School Board."

Negin Khanloo
Bellevue City Planning Commissioner
“I’m proud to endorse Marta for the Bellevue School Board. She puts students at the heart of every decision and genuinely listens to the concerns of families and educators. Her deep commitment to our community and her drive to turn listening into meaningful action make her exactly the kind of leader our schools need. Marta also brings diversity and globality.”

Chris Marks
Former Bellevue School Board, District 3 Director

“Marta Trilles is an excellent candidate for the Bellevue School Board. She has long history of commitment to public edication and its mission to create an environment of learning and growth for each and every child. She will bring her passion for children and community to the work of the Board.”

Cindy Rogan
Former Bellevue School Board, District 3 Director

“I am thrilled to endorse Marta as she seeks to retain her seat on the BSD School Board. Her values resonate as she shares her reflections at each school board meeting and at public events. Those values include being an advocate for high quality education for all students, she believes in strong collaborative relationships
with families and staff and is an active member of our community. Her dedication and passion shine through her leadership, whether it’s about accountability or quality instruction, Marta has the experience and temperament to serve with grace and skill”.

Luis Fernando Esteban
Spanish Honorary Consult, Washington and Oregon

"I’m honored to endorse Marta. Her deep dedication and advocacy to the Bellevue School District was evident in her efforts to bring the Real Madrid Summer Camp to Highland Middle School, support Spanish teachers with professional development opportunities in Spain, and promote global learning experiences for students. She is truly a standout leader.

COMMUNITY LEADERS

Jennifer Tanaka
King County Department of Community and Human Services

“I’m honored to endorse Marta, she is a thoughtful and caring leader who consistently holds the interests and aspirations of students at the heart of her work.I appreciate her sincere commitment to seeing that all children have the opportunity to thrive in their educational experience, and her ongoing dedication to effective community engagement work with students, parents, and families.”

Susan Ishii-Yin
Community Leader & Strong Advocate for Youth

Nancy Pasternak
Chair, Peacebuilding Bellevue Rotary Club

Michelle Williams-Clark
Executive Director Eastside Youth Coalition

Haruka Kojima
Community Leader & Strong Advocate For Language Programs

"I’ve had the privilege of serving with Marta on several committees and deeply admire her unwavering focus on student success, global competency, and educational equity. She is a dedicated community member who always puts the greater good first."

Monik Martinez
4Tomorrow Today

EDUCATORS AND EDUCATION ADVOCATES

Julie Truong
BSD School Office Manager & Parent

"I’m honored to endorse Marta as she seeks to continue her service on the BSD School Board. Marta is a compassionate and attentive leader who truly listens to BSD staff, valuing their expertise and perspectives. She understands the vital role educators play and consistently advocates for the support and resources they need to thrive. At the same time, Marta is deeply committed to families, working to ensure that all voices are heard and that every student has the opportunity to succeed. Her thoughtful leadership and genuine care for our community make her an essential presence on the board”.

Angela Christofferson
Executive Director of Technology, Bellevue School District

“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Marta to develop innovative technology solutions for Language Access, ensuring that every family in the Bellevue School District can engage meaningfully in their child’s education. Marta is a breath of fresh air—smart, decisive, and results-driven. Her energy and unwavering commitment to students, parents, and staff make her an invaluable leader. With Marta on the school board, I know she will continue to champion effective policies that strengthen our schools.”

INDIVIDUAL SUPPORTERS

Rosalba Parra
BSD parent

"Marta is the kind of person who always shows up for others. As a Bellevue School District employee, she went above and beyond to support my children's success and encouraged me to get involved in the school community. Thanks to her, I feel heard, valued, and truly part of BSD."

Esther Pino
”As a Human Rights Officer and Marta’s colleague for seven years, I can say she is one of the most professional, committed, and inspiring individuals I’ve had the privilege to work with. Marta consistently brings a unique blend of creativity and strategic thinking to every challenge — always thinking outside the box and finding innovative solutions. Her unwavering dedication to people, her collaborative spirit, and her integrity make her not only an exceptional professional but also a trusted and supportive teammate. I have no doubt that she would be an outstanding School Board Director — bringing vision, dedication, and heart to the role.”

Bob and Karen Gillespie

“Over the years that she has been our neighbor, we have had the great pleasure of getting to know Marta as a friend. We’ve also become very impressed with her level of accomplishment within the Bellevue School District and how she has impacted students and administrators in such an incredibly positive way. We were delighted to hear that Marta is running to retain her seat. We will support her in every way we can and urge parents to speak with Marta and join her campaign.  She will do great things for our students and this district.  Thanks, Marta, for choosing to serve us all.”