WHY I SUPPORT TALIA RODRIGUEZ,By Paulette Woods As a longtime advocate for equity and opportunity in Buffalo Public Schools, I am proud to support Talia Rodriguez for the West District seat on the Buffalo Board of Education. Talia is a lifelong Buffalonian who has devoted her career to public service and improving the lives of families. She holds a Juris Doctor from the University at Buffalo School of Law, a Master’s from SUNY Empire State University, and a Bachelor’s degree from St. John Fisher University. Her commitment to public service runs deep. She completed a yearlong internship at the U.S. Supreme Court, and the Buffalo City Human Trafficking and Family Violence Courts, she also spent a year working directly combating domestic human trafficking and violence against women.  Her education and experience across multiple levels of government have prepared her to navigate complex systems and deliver results for our students. Talia has a strong record of action. She played a crucial role during the formation of the Buffalo Public Schools Saturday Academy program, ensuring families had access to enrichment programs, wraparound services, and community support. She also secured funding to sustain programming in our community for years to come. In addition, Talia has been instrumental in addressing food insecurity. She established a summer lunch program in Riverside and secured funding for multiple school-based food pantries so that no child in Buffalo Public Schools goes hungry. Talia’s vision for Buffalo’s schools is rooted in equity, family engagement, and student success. She believes every child deserves access to high-quality instruction, safe and inclusive schools, and the resources to thrive, no matter their ZIP code or background. Talia brings the energy, compassion, and professional expertise our Board needs to continue improving outcomes for students and families. I am proud to stand with her and encourage West District residents to cast their vote for Talia Rodriguez. — Paulette WoodsBuffalo Board of Education, Central District Member Read More From This Writer All Post Art Books & Poems Business Column Community Community News Education Entertainment español Food & Culture Health Interviews Media Military & Veterans Music Peace People Photography Politics Sports Technology JENNIFER MECOZZI Candidate for Re-Election, West District October 30, 2025/ JENNIFER MECOZZI Candidate for Re-Election, West District   Dear Buffalo Community, I’m writing to you today with deep gratitude and… Read More WHY I SUPPORT TALIA RODRIGUEZ October 30, 2025/ WHY I SUPPORT TALIA RODRIGUEZ,By Paulette Woods As a longtime advocate for equity and opportunity in Buffalo Public Schools, I… Read More ANNUAL WESTERN NEW YORK PEACE CENTER DINNER AROUND THE CORNER: October 13, 2025/ ANNUAL WESTERN NEW YORK PEACE CENTER DINNER AROUND THE CORNER:Write down the date, time and location. Will we see you… Read More Load More End of Content.