BARSTOW UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
AUGUST 2025
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SCHOOL BOARD
Meet the School Board of Trustees
Aaron Heldreth, President, Area 4
Aaron Heldreth grew up the son of a Barstow Unified School District employee. He is a United States Navy Veteran and served as an Underwater Construction Diver. He is a University of La Verne graduate, the husband of a former Barstow Unified School District teacher, a father of two girls, and a former San Bernardino County Deputy Sheriff. Swimming competitively for less than one year, 10-year-old Heldreth qualified for the Junior Olympics. After losing his leg and still continuing active duty service, he won two gold medals in swimming for team Navy at the Wounded Warrior games. Mr. Heldreth is actively involved in his two daughters’ schools, the local 4H chapter, and his church. He coaches soccer for a local youth league and enjoys visiting with US Veterans living at the Veterans Home here in Barstow. As an Underwater Construction Diver in the United States Navy, Heldreth hosted several field trips for local schools. The students were most excited about trying on the Mark 5 helmet, seeing the dive chamber, push-up challenges with service members, and hearing all of the shark stories! Mr. Heldreth enjoyed sharing his passion for diving and military service with students. These days, Mr. Heldreth's passion is ensuring his daughters’ education and the education of the students of Barstow prepares them for the real world by giving them the best opportunities available.
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Ray Perea, Vice President, Area 2
An experienced member of the Board of Trustees, Ray is serving his third term. An accomplished educator, Ray has a Masters Degree from The University of Southern California, and is a proud graduate of Barstow High School, Class of 1963. Ray served at Barstow College for over 30 years as both an Instructor and Administrator. He shares a heartfelt commitment to students and to the development of their full potential in an environment of opportunity, fairness, and diversity. Ray is a proud U.S. Army Veteran. He and his wife Linda have strong ties to the Barstow community.
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Anthony Yslas, Clerk, Area 3
Mr. Yslas, a native of Barstow, began his career with the Barstow Unified School District (BUSD) in 1995 as a custodian at Barstow High School. In 2014, he advanced to the role of lead custodian at the same school. After dedicating 26 years of service to BUSD, Mr. Yslas retired in 2021. However, he continued his commitment to the district as a classified substitute and has since taken on the role of BUSD Board Trustee. Additionally, Mr. Yslas has played a vital part in the success of BUSD through his contributions as an athletic coach.
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