Joe Martinez is a visionary leader that we can all be proud of. His vision when running for school board remains a simple, positive one: give students an education that will allow them a chance to achieve their “American Dream”.

Joe is a strong advocate for positive transformation. Recognizing that college may not be suitable for everyone. Joe emphasizes that continuing education is a lifelong requirement. He encourages individuals to prioritize college as Plan "A," and to consider acquiring a skill or trade as Plan "B" to both support themselves and fund their higher education. Joe is a staunch supporter of offering students the opportunity to pursue both high school education and technical or college education concurrently. His unwavering belief in the power of education as a catalyst for personal growth and societal progress drives him to champion these principles.

Serving on the Rialto Board of Education, Joe has been a strong advocate for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, STEM. His background in educational IT has been instrumental in helping the Rialto USD make the transition into the modern age of technology.

Thanks to Joe's recommendations, students in Rialto are now equipped with the necessary STEM, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and digital citizenship skills to excel in their future careers. The data consistently demonstrates that STEM jobs are the key to success in both the present and the future. Due to his dedication to STEM education, he has become known as "Mr. STEM" .