Politics & Government

Murrieta Father, Educator, Announces Candidacy For MVUSD Trustee Area 3

Elliot Emmer, has officially announced his candidacy for the Murrieta Valley Unified School District Board of Education, Trustee Area 3.

Elliot Emmer, has officially announced his candidacy for the Murrieta Valley Unified School District Board of Education,
Elliot Emmer, has officially announced his candidacy for the Murrieta Valley Unified School District Board of Education, (Photo Credit: Elliot Emmer)

MURRIETA, CA — A Murrieta Valley Unified School District parent and higher education professional, Elliot Emmer, has officially announced his candidacy for the Murrieta Valley Unified School District Board of Education, representing Trustee Area 3, according to a recent news release.

Read his statement below:

“I’m running for the Murrieta Valley School Board for a simple reason: my kids,” Emmer said. “I want them to
have a bright future in our schools, and I want the same for every child in Murrieta.”

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Emmer’s campaign is grounded in a commitment to student achievement, responsible fiscal stewardship, and steady leadership rooted in transparency and accountability.

Emmer currently serves as Senior Director of Development at the University of California, Riverside School of Public Policy, where he builds partnerships that support student success and educational opportunity. His professional experience, combined with his family’s daily involvement in the Murrieta community, gives him a practical understanding of what students, parents, and educators need to thrive.

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Campaign Priorities
● Partnering with parents, families, and educators to strengthen student achievement and academic
outcomes
● Supporting investments in school infrastructure and expanding Career and Technical Education
opportunities
● Ensuring responsible use of district resources
● Ensuring that MVUSD remains at the forefront of technology and developments in Artificial
Intelligence

The Trustee Area 3 seat will be decided by voters residing within district boundaries in the upcoming June 2 special election.

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