About me
A native Californian, Xilonin Cruz-Gonzalez is very proud to be both a fifth-generation Azusa, CA resident and the daughter of a Mexican immigrant. Understanding the similarities and differences between the life experiences of her parents in California schools has driven her passion to be an advocate for all students in California public schools. Aligned with this passion, she currently serves as Deputy Director for Californians Together, a statewide coalition that champions the success of multilingual learners and as co-chair and co-founder of the National Newcomer Network. She also served 21 years on the Azusa USD Board of Education and has served on the boards of several statewide and national non-profits, including serving as President of the California School Boards Association in 2020.
