Nancy Dunn for Re-election
Vacaville Unified School Board Trustee, Area 1
Students Matter Most
"Thank you for visiting my webpage to learn more about my leadership role in the
Vacaville Unified School District. Here, you will find information about my
background, goals, key partners, and ways you can support my service
as a Trustee. It has been an honor to serve the students, families, and staff
of VUSD and advocate for public education. I aspire to remain part of the team
that drives us forward in providing every student with the exceptional school
experiences they deserve. Together, let's make VUSD the heart of our
vibrant community." Nancy
Experience & Leadership
Nancy Dunn brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the Vacaville Unified School Board. She holds a master's degree and teaching credentials from UC Davis, demonstrating a strong foundation in education. With over 25 years as a classroom teacher, Nancy Dunn dedicated her career to supporting students and families. Her commitment to excellence has been recognized multiple times, as she was named Site Teacher of the Year on three separate occasions. Nancy's leadership extends beyond the classroom. She served as President of the Fairfield-Suisun Teachers for six years, advocating for educators and advancing educational priorities. Additionally, she spent more than a decade on the Board of Directors of the Yolo County Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Center, showing her dedication to community service and the well-being of others. Her peers have elected her School Board President for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 terms, reflecting their trust in her leadership and vision for the district.
Students Matter Most - Key Initiatives
Ensuring Quality Education and Opportunities
Community-Centered Leadership
As a longtime resident of Vacaville, I am committed to our community's growth. My re-election to the School Board will help maintain stability for our strong programs, while enabling Vacaville Unified to continue improving into the future. With 25 years in education, I bring practical solutions to ongoing challenges.
I am committed to high-quality instruction, mental health support, and a welcoming environment for all students from Transitional Kindergarten through graduation. My experience informs policies that meet the needs of our students and staff, while also respecting the involvement of parents and the community.
Transparency and Accountability
I prioritize transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility on the School Board to ensure resources directly benefit students. These values are especially vital during economic uncertainty, as demonstrated during my leadership as Board President in 2024-2025 with no lay-offs in VUSD. These goals remain in place as I serve a consecutive term as Board President in 2025-2026. We must continue recruiting and retaining the best and brightest staff to this district.
Investing in Vacaville Unified
Nancy Dunn is committed to investing in Vacaville Unified because students are her highest priority.
She has worked diligently to prevent layoffs and shield classrooms and students from budget cuts during difficult and uncertain economic times.
Her efforts have resulted in increased retention rates among certificated staff, classified employees, and administrators, fostering stability and continuity within the district.
Nancy played a key role in improving the district's financial rating by Moody, moving it from Stable to Positive.
She also facilitated the return of Fairmont Elementary to the Vacaville Unified School District, expanding educational opportunities for local families.
Her collaborative approach has helped foster collegial relationships among Trustees, Labor Partners, and the wider community.
Nancy has represented Vacaville Unified on the California School Board Association of Solano County, the VUSD/Vacaville City Council 3x3 Joint Committee, and the Superintendent's Facilities Advisory Committee insuring that the district's interests are well represented at every level.
Additionally, she has provided oversight for the Vacaville Library Commission during a major expansion of the Cultural Center Public Library, supporting increased access to educational resources for all.
Endorsements (Partial List)
Elected Officials, Community Leaders, Organizations
Lori Wilson, California Assembly Member
Monica Brown, Solano County Supervisor
Jeanette Wylie, Vacaville City Council Member
Daniel Garcia, Vacaville Unified School District, Trustee
Audra Orr, Vacaville Unified School District, Trustee
Santiago Serrato, Vacaville Unified School District, Trustee
Amy Tran Russell, Vacaville Unified School District, Trustee
Kai Eusebio, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District Trustee
Jack Flynn, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District, Trustee
Ana Petero, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District, Trustee
David Gaut - Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District, Trustee (retired)
Joan Gaut - Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District, Trustee (retired)
Pamela Williamson, Fairfield-Suisun Teachers Association, President
Barbra Hamilton, SEIU 1021 - Vacaville Chapter President
Julia Rouston-Thomas, Northern Solano Democratic Club, President
Linda James - Community Leader, Area 1 Resident
Jeanne White - Community Leader
Sheet Metal Workers, Local 104
Vacaville Teachers Association (VTA) - endorsed 2022
SEIU, 1021 (Classfied Employees) - endorsed 2022
Napa-Solano Central Labor Council - endorsed 2022
Trustee Amy Russel, me, Assembly Member Lori Wilson, Trustee Audra Orr at the Cultural Library Reopening