Superintendent
Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year
Dear Mill Valley School District Families, Staff, and Community,
Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! As we begin another exciting year of learning, growth, and opportunity, I am grateful to be part of a community that is deeply committed to the success and well-being of every student.
This year brings important milestones for our district. Following the groundbreaking of the Mill Valley Middle School modernization project, families and staff will begin to see visible progress on this transformational investment in our learning environments. These improvements reflect our shared commitment to providing students with exceptional spaces that support innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence.
At the same time, we will continue strengthening our instructional programs through the pilot and evaluation of a new elementary mathematics curriculum. Working closely with teachers, students, and families, we will ensure that our mathematics program provides rigorous, engaging, and equitable learning experiences that help all students build confidence and achieve success.
Our district remains focused on supporting the whole child, fostering a strong sense of belonging, and creating opportunities for every student to thrive. Together, we will continue to build on our strong foundation while preparing students with the skills, knowledge, and character needed for the future.
I am honored to serve the students, families, and staff of the Mill Valley School District. Thank you for your partnership, support, and commitment to our schools. I look forward to another outstanding year of learning and achievement together.
Warm regards,
Dr. Elizabeth Kaufman
Superintendent
Mill Valley School District
Superintendent's Office
Dr. Elizabeth Kaufman, Superintendent
- ekaufman@mvschools.org
- (415) 389-7705
Anna Russell, Executive Assistant to Superintendent & Board/Special Projects
- arussell@mvschools.org
- (415) 389-7705
About Dr. Elizabeth Kaufman
Dr. Elizabeth Kaufman has served as Superintendent of the Mill Valley School District since July 2023, bringing more than two decades of experience in public education and a deep commitment to academic excellence, innovation, equity, and community engagement.
Prior to joining Mill Valley, Dr. Kaufman served as Acting Superintendent and Associate Superintendent for Educational Services in Sonoma Valley Unified School District. Throughout her career, she has held a variety of leadership roles, including superintendent, associate superintendent, principal, and special education administrator, serving students and families across Marin County and the greater Bay Area.
Since arriving in Mill Valley, Dr. Kaufman has focused on strengthening student achievement, supporting whole-child development, and ensuring the long-term vitality of the district. Under her leadership, the district has advanced key academic initiatives, strengthened literacy instruction through the implementation of Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA), maintained strong fiscal stewardship, passed the Measure E parcel tax renewal and extension and continued progress on Measure G-funded modernization projects that enhance learning environments across the district.
Dr. Kaufman holds a Doctorate in Organizational Development from the University of San Francisco, a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Dominican University of California, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Reed College. Fluent in Spanish, she has also completed advanced leadership programs through the National Equity Project, USC's Urban Superintendent Academy, and the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Dr. Kaufman is dedicated to building strong partnerships among students, families, staff, and the community to ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn, thrive, and succeed.