Our Neighbor. Working for Us.
Twenty-two years ago, my dreams for a brighter future were becoming a reality.
In 2004, a job opportunity led my husband and me to relocate to Montgomery County. The truth is, we were really looking for a future — a place to call home. We wanted a place full of opportunities. A place where our kids would have an exceptional education. A place where our family could belong in a community that celebrates each of us and our world.
In my younger days, I had known financial struggles firsthand, but never lost hope. I was taught that a strong education, hard work, and a fair chance can change your life for the better. I am living proof that the American dream is still alive.
Why am I running for County Council?
Montgomery County is a special place. It is my home, and I will put every ounce of my energy and determination into doing better for my children and for your children. My vision is to shape Montgomery County into a thriving hub of economic opportunity aligned with an exceptional educational system, and to defend our values and uplift our communities.
I was once told that when you take the elevator up, you should send it back down for the next person to rise. With your support, I want to ensure we continue to elevate Montgomery County for all.
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Candidate for Montgomery County Council (District 1)
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MEET JULIE
Julie Yang is a community advocate, educator, and current member of the Montgomery County Board of Education who has lived in our community for more than two decades. She is running for County Council (District 1) to make Montgomery County a thriving hub of educational excellence, economic opportunity, and welcoming community that we can all count on.
Aligning Education with Economic Opportunity
Julie has a track record of job readiness efforts for students at Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). As a former MCPS high school college and career advisor and a Montgomery County Board of Education member, Julie has successfully secured apprenticeship opportunities for students seeking non-traditional career pathways. Since her election to the Board of Education in 2022, Julie has passed policies focused on work-based learning programs, financial literacy, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) and career tech offerings. Building upon this record, Julie will focus on preparing students for the 21st-century workforce by partnering with businesses to attract young workers to our region.
Investing in Our Local Economy
Julie is committed to building a stronger, more sustainable economy. To keep jobs and dollars in our community, Julie recently introduced a Board of Education resolution that would give Montgomery County-based businesses preferences on bidding MCPS projects. Through local procurement, local businesses hire local residents, contribute to our tax base, and in turn, help sustain the very communities our schools serve. Additionally, Julie is committed to ensuring that the County budget reflects our values by bringing a zero-based budgeting approach to the Council’s budgeting efforts. Montgomery County needs a fiscally responsible, transparent budget process to evaluate every dollar, eliminate waste, and reinvest in programs that work for all residents, especially our vulnerable and underserved communities.
Turning Challenges into Positive Progress
As your next councilmember, Julie is ready to confront the challenges that arise from our evolving, vibrant, and diverse community. From pandemic recovery to leadership transitions in our public school system, and the rolling back of our rights by the Trump Administration --- Julie has led through Montgomery County’s toughest moments while serving the largest public school system in the state of Maryland. Her record includes tackling staffing shortages, fighting racism and anti-semitism, and addressing the rising mental health needs of students and staff while serving on the Board of Education. Additionally, she has championed direct communication from the Board to the community and brought people from all walks of life into the conversation. Julie is ready to hit the ground running on day one!
Rooted in the Community
​For over 20 years, Julie has been a trusted advocate for families, students with special needs, and immigrant communities in Montgomery County. She founded the Village Initiative to support special education families and served on boards including The Arc of Montgomery County and the Chinese Culture and Community Service Center. She’s a graduate of Leadership Montgomery, a member of the Rotary Club of Bethesda-Chevy Chase, League of Women Voters, Montgomery Women, and Women’s Democratic Club, and lives in Potomac with her husband. They are proud parents of two MCPS graduates. Julie is ready to bring her leadership experiences to deliver opportunity, drive results, and build the Montgomery County we all deserve.
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