Hi, I'm Steph Carlson
My name is Steph Carlson, and I am proud to call El Dorado County home. I am asking for your vote for the Mother Lode Union School District Board of Trustees.
As a state health equity specialist focused on behavioral health, substance use, and maternal health, I bring a fresh and timely perspective to this board. I have seen firsthand how access to mental health support and early intervention transforms children's lives — and I want to bring that lens to every decision we make for MLUSD students.I am a neighbor, not a newcomer. I am ready to serve.
I'm Steph Carlson and I'd be honored to earn your vote. 💙
My background includes past board governance experience with: Marshall Foundation, Summitview Child and Family Services, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra and its National Board. I have also served on the School Attendance Review Board, worked with El Dorado County youth on substance use prevention and wellness. I am a proud Veteran and serve as editor of American Legion Post 119 news.
MLUSD serves a student population where more than half qualify as high need. These children deserve a board member who understands the connection between student wellness and academic success — and who will fight for every one of them.
Mother Lode Union School District
MLUSD is a small district — three TK-8 school sites and about 844 students total. In a lot of ways, that's exactly what makes it special: teachers who know students by name, families who've known each other for years, and a real sense of community at drop-off and pickup.
But small also means every decision the board makes is felt closely. A staffing change, a program cut, a facilities issue — none of it is abstract here. It shows up in a specific classroom, for specific kids we all probably know.
That closeness is part of why I want to serve — this district deserves trustees who feel that weight and take it seriously.
Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.You can find more updated posts on my Facebook link below.
Contact Me
I will respond and want to hear about your experience in the District.
4 seats are up for election, I am asking for your vote for one of them.
Proven community service. Fresh perspective. Focused on kids.
⏰ Reminder: Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. If your ballot is filled out, mail it or drop it at an official drop box — don't let it sit on the counter!