Pursuant to Government Code Section 1780, Sonora Elementary School District is accepting applications to fill three vacancies on the Board of Trustees.
Seats 1 and 2
Two seats are for four-year terms ending December 2026. These seats will appear on the November 2026 ballot.
Seat 3
One additional seat is for a four-year term ending December 2028. This seat will appear on the November 2028 ballot.
Application Deadline
All three applications must be submitted no later than Friday, April 3, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.
Applications Are Available At:
Sonora Elementary School District Office
830 Greenley Road, Room H3
Sonora, CA 95370
(209) 532-5491
Completed applications must be delivered to the Sonora Elementary School District Office. Applicants must provide valid identification showing residency within the District at the time of submission.
Candidate Qualifications:
- Submit a completed application for appointment
- Be a resident of the Sonora Elementary School District
- Be a registered voter and at least 18 years of age
It is anticipated that candidate interviews will take place during a Special Board Meeting on April 10, 2026. This meeting will be listed as an action item on the March 11, 2026 Board meeting agenda.

Notice of School Board Vacancies
Interested persons are hereby notified that, pursuant to Gov. Code Section 1780, there are three vacancies on the Sonora Elementary School District Board of Trustees.

Download the Board Vacancy Application (PDF)
Interested applicants must complete and submit the official application form by April 3, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Applications must be delivered to the District Office with valid ID showing residency within the District.




