i also want to recognize jenny lam who is one of the members of the school board. [ applause ]. >> mayornd also ivar from the airport. he's the guy who runs the airport. take a good look at ivar. he's going to be retiring soon, so who's going to take over his job? this guy makes some real money running the airport. i want you to think about that in terms of these opportunities. janet from united, please come up and share a few words. >> thank you so much, mayor breed. let's give her a round of applause. if i may, i just want to say when i hear your story, it's an unbelievable inspiration to me and i know it is to so many of you. it's not just getting a job, but mayor london breed is managing and running one of the most complex cities in the world with lots of challenges. every day she works on machine solving. and then to come and spend the time with us to inspire. please give her another warm welcome and round of applause and it thank you for your leadership and inspiration on this. we appreciate it. i would like to make a few introductions. matt miller, my colleague is san francisco vi

my name is jenny lam, i currently serve on the san francisco board of education.believe strong education is the strong foundation for a strong and vibrant democracy. we in san francisco are deeply committed to public education, yet for far too long, we have to tackle the most -- we have failed to tackle the most persistent issues in the school. ensuring all our schools are providing high quality education to all students no matter what neighborhood they live in. to ensuring our teachers and educators are supported. and the importance of a student assignment system that encourages families to enter san francisco public schools, rather than causing stress and frustration. i am a proud parent of two children who attend public schools. i've dedicated my entire career, over 20 years, in working in community, in schools, with students and families. as a civil rights advocate around education policy maker, with successful nonprofit experience, i bring an important voice and experience to the san francisco board of education. my top three goals for the school district are