The Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District (LVJUSD) strives to be a transparent and accessible district providing an amazing education to approximately 13,000 students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade at nine elementary campuses, two K-8 schools, three middle schools, two comprehensive high schools, and two alternative schools.
Supporting LVJUSD
LVJUSD Trustees & Superintendent
Craig Bueno, Board Member
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First elected: 2014
Term of Office: 4 years
Term expires: November 2026
Deena Kaplanis, Board Member
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First elected: 2024
Term of Office: 4 years
Term expires: November 2028
Christiaan VandenHeuvel, Board Member
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First elected: 2024
Term of Office: 4 years
Term expires: November 2028
Steven Drouin, Board Clerk
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First elected: 2022
Term of Office: 4 years
Term expires: November 2026
Emily Prusso, Board President
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First elected: 2018
Term of Office: 4 years
Term expires: November 2026
Our Board of Education hires the superintendent. They meet about twice a month. Working with the Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, the board approves an annual district budget during June of each school year. The Board also ensures that LVJUSD policies are compliant with local, state, and federal laws governing public education. They approve all the employee labor contracts in the district, which include the Livermore Education Association (LEA), the California School Employees Association (CSEA), and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). Very importantly, the Board works to establish and meet priorities for student achievement, student and staff safety and well-being, and community involvement.
LVJUSD Superintendent
Torie Gibson, Ed. D. started her career with LVJUSD in July 2024, bringing more than 26 years of educational experience with her. Before coming to Livermore, Dr. Gibson served as the district and county superintendent for the Amador County Unified School District and the Amador County Office of Education. Prior to that, Dr. Gibson has held a variety of leadership roles throughout both urban and rural districts in Northern California, with experience as a principal, vice principal, and Director of Program Improvement.
As an instructional leader, Dr. Gibson has dedicated her career to building educational systems that enhance student achievement and provide educational support and growth opportunities to students from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, and academic backgrounds. She believes the overall educational success of students requires a focus on both their academic and social-emotional needs, which aligns with LVJUSD’s Framework for Success. To achieve the educational goals desired for students, Dr. Gibson maintains that creating a strong team on a foundation of transparency and trust is paramount.
The daughter of a now-retired teacher, Gibson grew up in Red Bluff, California, where her family was involved in cattle ranching. She will relocate to Livermore with her husband, Mark, and their Portuguese Water Dog, Pavlov, and looks forward to becoming part of the Livermore community.
Send Messages of Support
Let the LVJUSD Board of Education know that you agree with their policies of inclusion and equity. Communications with the Board, either in the form of a letter or email, are welcome.
You can also address the Board in person at the scheduled board meetings. Regular meetings begin at 7:00 PM in the Boardroom at the District Office, 685 East Jack London Blvd.
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