NOTICE OF VACANCY ON THE GOVERNING BOARD
This is a notice that King City Union School District is requesting applications from community members to fill the Board seat vacated by the resignation of Wendy Madrigal whose term expires December, 2028
NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILL BOARD VACANCY BY APPOINTMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
Notice is hereby given that a vacancy has occurred on the Governing Board of the King City Union School District. In accordance with California Education Code § 5091, the Governing Board has determined to fill this vacancy by provisional appointment rather than by calling a special election.
The individual appointed to fill this position will hold office until the next regularly scheduled school board election, at which time a successor will be elected to complete the remainder of the term (or serve a full term, if applicable).
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible to apply for appointment to the Governing Board, an applicant must satisfy all of the following requirements pursuant to Education Code § 35107:
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Be a registered voter and a resident of the King City Union School District.
- Not be disqualified by the Constitution or laws of the state from holding a public office.
- Note: An employee of a school district may not serve on the Governing Board of that same district unless they resign from district employment prior to taking office.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Governing Board acts as the policy-making body for the district, responsible for ensuring student academic achievement and well-being. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Establishing educational goals, adopting curriculum, and evaluating district programs.
- Approving the annual budget and oversight of financial accountability.
- Adopting district policies in compliance with state and federal laws and ensuring adherence to the Brown Act.
- Employing and evaluating the District Superintendent.
- Representing the educational interests of the local community.
APPLICATION PROCESS & DEADLINES
Interested community members who meet the eligibility criteria are invited to submit an Application for Board Appointment.
- Obtaining Application Materials: Application packets are available:
- Online: Downloadable on the district website at www.kcusd.org.
- In Person: District Office, 104 S. Vanderhurst Ave., King City, CA 93930 (Office Hours: M–F, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
- Submission Deadline: Completed and signed application packets must be received by the Superintendent’s Office no later than Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.
PUBLIC INTERVIEWS & SELECTION TIMELINE
- Review of Applications: The Governing Board will review all qualified applications.
- Public Board Meeting & Interviews:
- Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Location: District Office Board Room
- Format: Candidates will be interviewed in open session during a special meeting of the Governing Board in accordance with the Brown Act.
- Appointment & Oath of Office: The Board intends to take action to make the provisional appointment and administer the Oath of Office during or immediately following the November 17th, 2026 meeting.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information or to request an application packet, please contact:
Office of the Superintendent
King City Union School District
104 S. Vanderhurst Ave., King City, CA 93930
Phone: (831) 385-2940
Email: aespinoza@kcusd.org