Assemblymember Boerner & Barona Band of Mission Indians Award Education Grant to Washington Elementary

SAN DIEGO, CA. — Today, Assemblymember Tasha Boerner (D-Encinitas) and the Barona Band of Mission Indians awarded $5,000 to Washington Elementary STEAM Magnet School.

“One of my biggest priorities in the Assembly is to ensure that every child has access to quality education and great opportunities that come with it. Now that I have been in the State Assembly for six years, I have developed a deep gratitude for the Barona Band of Mission Indians, and Chairman Raymond Welch for their commitment to supporting our communities,” stated Assemblymember Boerner. “I also want to acknowledge the great work that Principal Núñez, and the teachers and staff at Washington Elementary do, and the incredible accomplishments of all the students. You all are amazing!”

“Since 2006, Barona has worked with State Senators and Assemblymembers to identify a school in their district to receive the Barona Education Grant. This year, the Barona Band of Mission Indians was proud to join Assembly Member Tasha Boerner in awarding these much-needed funds to Washington Elementary STEAM Magnet School. We hope this humble investment nurtures the student's academic growth,” said Barona Chairman, Raymond Welch.

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Assemblymember Tasha Boerner represents the 77th District, which encompasses Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Coronado and the coastal communities of La Jolla south to Downtown San Diego. You can learn more about Assemblymember Boerner at a77.asmdc.org, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter/X.