The Temecula Valley Unified School District Board of Education voted unanimously Sept. 30, to approve contracts for two top leadership positions — officially naming Dr. Kimberly Velez as superintendent and Nicole Dayus as assistant superintendent of educational support services. Both appointments will take effect January 1, 2026, marking a new chapter in district leadership.After months of anticipation and closed-session evaluations, the board convened in open session to read both contracts into the record, detailing the salaries, benefits, and terms as required under California’s open meeting laws.Under the agreement, Dr. Velez will earn an annual salary
