Geyserville Unified School District Board of Trustees

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Ms. Robin Doherty
President (2026)
​Term ends December 2026
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Mr. Evan Kieser
Clerk of the Board (2026)
Term ends December 2028
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Mr. Jeff Drudge
​Term ends December 2028
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Mr. John Riley
Term ends December 2026​
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David Sandoval
Student Trustee (2025-26)
​Term ends June 4, 2026

The Geyserville Unified School Board members are
​elected by the community and serve two and four-year terms.  

The Board has responsibilities, as defined in the Education Code, to:
    • establish the educational philosophy
    • make policy to provide overall guidelines
    • employ personnel
    • adopt budget and approve expenditures
    • set rules and regulations for governing administration
      and operation of district
    • adopt curriculum
    • evaluate the education process

More information on Board purpose and responsibility
from CSBA is available here and here. 

PUBLIC NOTICE OF VACANCY AND PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT    (Education Code §5092)
See the application link below

1. A vacancy in the membership of the Governing Board of the Geyserville Unified School District has occurred by reason of the resignation of Mrs. Sara Lopez effective February 4, 2026.
2. The resignation was filed in the office of the Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools on February 4, 2026.

Public education is vital to the health of communities. School board members are responsible for ensuring that a school district’s public education system is serving the needs of all students by providing equitable access to a high-quality education by:

• Governing as a unified team with a shared vision to lead and serve thecommunity.
• ​​Governing within a shared understanding of roles and responsibilities.
• Creating and sustaining a positive governance leadership culture and structure.

The foundation of effective governance is the common focus governing board members share that transcends individual differences to fulfill a greater purpose. A unity of purpose exists when the commitment to achieving these goals becomes the guiding principle for all trustees.

Do you live in the boundaries of the Geyserville Unified School District and have an interest in equitable and fiduciarily responsible education?

Our school board is looking for enthusiastic individuals to apply to fill a provisional appointment from March (or once filled)-November 2026. This is an opportunity to serve in the decision-making processes that impact students, teachers, and families in our community.

To find out more about the role and responsibilities of school board members and how to apply for this provisional appointment,
please download this application form. 
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Whether you're a parent, educator, or community member, your voice and dedication are crucial in guiding the direction of our schools.
Thank you for your interest in serving our community.
Sincerely, the Governing Board of the Geyserville Unified School District.

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Please use the following business contact information  when reaching out to Trustees.
1300 Moody Lane
Geyserville, CA 95441
​707-857-3592 x103

Regular, public Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the GNTA Learning Center unless otherwise noted.
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There is no regular meeting in July and additional
Special Meetings may be called as needed.  

Parents are encouraged to attend.  

Agendas for each Board meeting are posted within the required time frame at the entryway of the District office, and on the GUSD website.

Board meeting material is made available to the
public before the meeting via a link on the
Agenda, Minutes and Packets page on this site.

Materials can also be provided via a written request at least one month prior to a meeting.

The request remains valid for the calendar year in which it is requested.

Special Assistance

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in Board meetings, please contact Shannon Marckx at the District Office, (707) 857-3592, or fax (707) 857-3071.

​Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the Geyserville School District Board to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.

How to Place an Item on the Agenda

​Members of the public may request that items be placed on the agenda of any regular Board of Education meeting.  

The request must be in writing and be submitted to the Superintendent mbeebe@gusd.com with supporting documents and information, if any, at least ten working days prior to the scheduled meeting date.
 
When constructing the agenda, the Board President and the Superintendent will decide whether the request is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board and whether the agenda item is appropriate for discussion in open or closed session.

We are continually in process of updating all sections of the Geyserville Unified School District website. We are committed to making the site legible and accessible for all users. We appreciate your patience as we continue to improve and update the site on a daily basis. If any portion of this website remains inaccessible to you, please notify us at info@gusd.com using the subject line "Website Help" or by calling (707) 857-3592. We look forward to meeting your expectations and needs, under the guidance and parameters of current, applicable laws, codes and regulations.