John Sasaki

John Sasaki currently serves as the Director of Communications for the Oakland Unified School District since August 2016. In addition, John has been the Head Coach for Girls Lacrosse at Alhambra High School since September 2012. John brings extensive journalism experience, having worked as a News Reporter for KTVU from September 1996 to April 2016, and previously held news roles at KTVN TV, KYMA TV, and KNSD TV. John's commitment to community service is reflected in past board membership with the Special Olympics of Northern California and participation in the Education/Schools Advisory Commission for the City of Pleasant Hill. John also contributed to the education sector as a Broadcast Journalism Instructor at the Academy of Art University from September 2009 to May 2011. John holds a B.A. in Psychology from San Diego State University, attended Whittier College, and has a distinguished career blending education, coaching, and media.