When accountability mattered, where was Manuel Perez?
Three years representing Area 7.
Here’s what the public record shows.
Protecting Our Kids, Teachers & Staff
In September 2025, after an outside investigation, the San Juan Unified board reprimanded Trustee Nick Bloise. He was barred from school sites for 90 days and ordered to complete harassment-prevention, respectful-workplace and ethics training.
On Sept. 2, 2025, trustees sent Bloise a letter:
"The Board is committed to ensuring that all Trustees uphold the highest standards of professionalism, respectful engagement, and ethical leadership. As an elected official, you bear heightened responsibility to model behavior that fosters trust, transparency, and respect in all interactions with staff, students, and the broader community."
According to the Sacramento Bee, “The document was signed by five trustees, excluding Manuel Perez, who represents Area 7.”
The board handled the discipline in closed session, so the public never saw the deliberations or votes. (District lawyers say the board followed the law.)
In 2023, Perez promised: “Safety: I will work to ensure that all campuses in our district are safe and secure for students and staff.”
Board Votes & Decisions
Experience & Community Engagement
Official district bio
a volunteer for the Citrus Heights police department, a member of the city’s construction board of appeals, and a Citrus Heights resident for more than 20 years.
His 2023 campaign
“a father, volunteer police officer and lifelong resident of Citrus Heights.”
Board assignment
In December 2024, the board named him to the City of Citrus Heights Education and Community Programs Committee.
Three years in, what has he delivered for Area 7 students, families, teachers and staff? Read his record and judge for yourself.
The Choice in Area 7
Moe Sarama
Father of five · Public school parent · Business leader · Rotarian · 25+ years in Citrus Heights
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Father of a first-grade teacher
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Served on the San Juan Unified Facilities Committee
Endorsed by: San Juan Teachers Association · CSEA Chapter 127 · Sacramento Central Labor Council · Trustee Zima Creason
Safe Schools · Strong Values · Real Results
