BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Our Unity of PurposeWe work as a cohesive Governance Team through discussions, actions, and decisions that are thoughtful, respectful, and sensitive. We support one another in and away from the Board Room through active listening, vulnerability, and honesty. We make policy decisions that ensure equitable support to increase student achievement and foster social, emotional, and physical well-being for all students. |
Kandi Thompson, Board of Trustees President
kandi.t@acusd.org
(209) 304-5674
Term expires November 2022
Represents District 1
Kandi Thompson and her husband Adam are lifelong residents of Amador County and the proud parents of two twin daughters who are juniors at Argonaut High School. Kandi, a graduate of Argonaut High School, attended Southern Oregon State University, majoring in computer science. A local business owner of Divine Properties, she is also a devoted basketball coach, member of her church, and delighted to serve on the ACUSD Board.
Deborah Pulskamp, Board of Trustees Clerk
deborah.pulskamp@acusd.org
(209) 790-4035
Term expires November 2022
Represents District 2
Deborah is a Jackson Valley farm owner, and a life long educator. She has taught for over 20 years at various districts outside of Amador County, in a neighborhood school, charter school, home-school, and mainstreamed special education. She has a great amount of experience, a master’s degree in educational technology, and her credential in school administration.
James Marzano, Board of Trustees Member
james.f.marzano@acusd.org
(408) 394-9547
Term expires November 2022
Represents District 3
James Marzano is a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He volunteers at Pioneer Elementary School and coaches youth football and elementary basketball. He has three children attending schools in Amador County and is excited to serve on the ACUSD Board.
Jim Whitaker, Board of Trustees Member
jwhitaker@acusd.org
(209)304-3673
Term expires November 2024
Represents District 4
Julia Burns, Board of Trustees Member
julia.burns@acusd.org
(209)304-1182
Term expires November 2024
Represents District 5