MURRIETA – At the Murrieta Valley USD Board of Education meeting Thursday, Sept. 22, Board of Education trustee Kenneth Dickson announced his resignation from his position effective Nov. 21. Board President Linda Lunn stated, “Trustee Dickson’s contribution and service to the Murrieta community has been steadfast and his expertise will be greatly missed. We wish him well in his retirement and relocation to the East Coast.”
Dickson has served the Murrieta community as a trustee for 24 years. Superintendent Patrick Kelley stated, “Trustee Dickson’s kindness, wisdom, and love for the school district has been a foundational part of the success for MVUSD over many years. We wish Ken and his wife, Susan, a safe relocation and an abundance of special moments with family. I know I speak for many when I say he will be truly missed.”
Dickson’s resignation creates a vacancy on the Murrieta Valley Unified School District Board of Education. The Board discussed options to fill the vacancy at the Sept. 23 meeting, and unanimously agreed to make a provisional appointment to fill the vacant position. The term of that provisional appointment will expire in November 2022. At that time, the appointed candidate may seek election to fill the remainder of the trustee’s term through November 2024.
Consequently, the district is now accepting applications from qualified persons who would like to be considered for appointment. Applications are due Oct. 12 by noon. Qualified candidates must be a California registered voter residing within the trustee area 3 boundaries of MVUSD, at least 18 years of age, not disqualified by the constitution or laws of the state from holding a civil office, and not an employee of MVUSD.
Application packets are available online at the MVUSD website, www.murrieta.k12.ca.us/BOEvacancy or in person at the MVUSD District Support Center, 41870 McAlby Court, Murrieta from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Completed application packets may be mailed via U.S. Postal Service or delivered in person to the District Support Center, 41870 McAlby Court, Murrieta, CA 92562. Applications may also be submitted via email to Julie Diaz at jadiaz@murrieta.k12.ca.us.
For more information on this vacancy, please visit the district website or contact the executive assistant to the Board and Superintendent, Julie Diaz at (951) 696-1600 ext. 1002.
Submitted by MVUSD.
