The annual election for the CABE (California Association for Bilingual Education) Board of Directors is officially underway! If you are deeply committed to advancing bilingual education and advocating for the success of English learners, we encourage you to consider running for a position.
CABE is looking for passionate, forward-thinking leaders who align with our vision and mission. As a board member, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the direction of the organization, influencing policy, and supporting programs that impact English learners, their families, and educators across the state and beyond.
To be eligible as a candidate in this year’s election, you must be an active CABE member as of May 8, 2025.
These are the seven positions now open. Click to view position qualifications, responsibilities, and roles:
Region 2 Representative (Counties Served: Monterey, Stanislaus, Merced, Mariposa, Madera, Fresno, Inyo, Tulare, Kings, San Luis Obispo, Kern, San Benito, and Santa Cruz)
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 – 4 pm – 5 pm
Informational webinar for candidates
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 – 4 pm – 5 pm
Application and election process webinar for candidate applicants
Monday, March 23, 2026
Applications Submissions Open
Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Application Submissions Close
Friday, April 24, 2026
Eligible members will receive email ballots, and members without an email on file will receive a paper ballot by U.S. mail.
Friday, May 8, 2026, at 11:59 pm
Election closes.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Election results announced.
Friday, June 12, 2026
Board Installation
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Board of Directors Meeting
CABE Headquarters: 20888 Amar Rd. Walnut, CA 91789
If you are interested in applying to be a candidate in the election, plan to join the “Application and Election Process” webinar on January 27, 2025 at 4:00 pm.
Application/Submission Questions: elections@gocabe.org
Membership Questions: membership@gocabe.org