District Advocates Group (DAG) serves as Program Manager for California school districts protecting students, communities, and the public dollars entrusted to school facility bonds.
We are not outside observers.
We are former preschool through 12th grade educators and administrators who have sat in the district’s chair.
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We understand the mission.
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We understand the politics.
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We understand the pressure.
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And we know how to deliver.
Program Management Built by Former District Leaders
years of combined district leadership experience
250+
$2B+
local school bond funds managed
25+
# of districts served
The DAG Difference
Most program managers understand construction.
We understand school districts.
Every DAG team member has served inside a public school system as superintendents, chief business officials, facilities leaders, and educational administrators.
We understand the realities districts navigate every day:
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Board governance and public accountability
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Brown Act and procurement requirements
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Staffing and operational constraints
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Community expectations and stakeholder dynamics
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State funding complexities and compliance
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Labor relations and political realities
We manage bond programs through the lens of district leadership — balancing construction, governance, finance, communication, and community trust every step of the way. Because we have lived it ourselves.
Partnering with districts across California
Serving diverse educational landscapes—from rural reaches to urban centers—DAG empowers TK–12 districts across California with expert facilities planning, bond management, and project execution. No matter your location, we bridge the gap between strategy and design to create modern, student-centered learning environments that fulfill your community's promise.
We provide comprehensive fiduciary oversight and strategic management for California school districts, ensuring public dollars are protected and projects are executed with precision.
DAG serves as the connective tissue across complex bond programs, aligning people, projects, funding, governance, and accountability from start to finish.