The Iranian American small business owner and mother of two will run in the newly reformed district, which comprises Costa Mesa, Irvine and Tustin. She could face off against incumbent Cottie Petrie-Norris.
Newport-Mesa Unified School District in California's sexual education curriculum, which includes a 'Genderbread Identity' man, comes under scrutiny by moms.
"Flamer" deals with homosexuality, bullying and self-harm, themes some parents say are inappropriate for students at Wilson Elementary. Officials have closed the library and are reviewing the district's book policy.