Service to children
has been my
life's work
Dedicated Educator.
Proven Advocate for Children's Literacy.
Experienced, Effective Trustee.
Re-Elect Marilyn to the Marin County Board of Education.
Endorsed by Marin's Superintendent of Schools
"Marilyn Nemzer brings a wealth of experience to the Marin County Board of Education. Her deep institutional knowledge and understanding of the Board’s unique role make her an invaluable partner in supporting the learning and social-emotional growth of all children in Marin.Voters in Area 5 who have followed Marilyn’s service already know what a tremendous asset she is.
Marilyn Nemzer is the clear choice to continue representing Area 5 on the Marin County Board of Education."
John Carroll, Marin County Superintendent of Schools
Profiled by the Students She Serves
A Note from Marilyn
Dear Neighbors,
I've spent my life helping kids, teachers and schools, from the classroom to the boardroom.
I’ve been a teacher and a school counselor and have dedicated my professional life to helping kids thrive academically as well as socially and emotionally. And I’ve spent thousands of hours, mostly as a volunteer, directing tutoring and literacy programs for under-resourced children.
Since 2001, I've served as your elected trustee on the Marin County Board of Education. I’m running for re-election because I love this work and am incredibly proud to be part of what the Marin County Office of Education does for our community: I’m continually inspired by the extraordinary programs and services that support Marin’s 30,000 kids. It takes time to fully understand the breadth of it all.
Our board plays an important role in matters that greatly affect our students: how children with significant disabilities are served, what happens to a teenager who's been expelled, whether a student who isn't headed to a four-year college has a real path to a good job. I've sat through those decisions for twenty-five years. I’ve seen what works and I’ve learned what students need to succeed.
My experience is especially important right now. Many of my fellow trustees are in their first term, bringing fresh ideas, impressive skills, and a real dedication to Marin’s students. I love being part of that mix — contributing the perspective and institutional memory that come with experience.
My husband Ken and I have lived in southern Marin for decades — right here in Trustee Area 5. Our three children are grown now. I've served this community as a parent, volunteering in our kids’ schools, and as a Rotarian and Past President of the Rotary Club of Tiburon Sunset.
The programs and services of the Marin County Board of Education help shape the educational experiences of your children and grandchildren. I'd be honored to continue this work for them.
Three commitments, shaped by a career - not a campaign
Literacy First
Reading opens every other door. A child who isn’t reading confidently by third grade can spend the rest of school trying to catch up — and too many never do. I’ve devoted thousands of volunteer hours to helping children become readers, one child at a time. On the board, I carry that same commitment forward, championing early-reading support for the students who need it most and strong professional development that gives teachers the tools to teach reading effectively.
Students Who
Need More
When it comes to education, every child needs something special. But some need more. (And some need even more than that.) That’s why I became a school counselor. I give my heart to kids with special needs: children with significant disabilities, students in the juvenile court and community schools, young people in foster care, kids who’ve been expelled and need a real second chance. l feel privileged to be in a position where I can turn that commitment into making a real difference in their lives.
Wise Use of
Public Dollars
We don’t always need to do separately what we can do better — and less expensively — together. That’s why, with other trustees and county staff, I co-founded Marin’s Efficiency and Effectiveness Collaborative, bringing trustees and superintendents together to find new ways districts can share services and resources. From food and transportation to vendor contracts and business services, the possibilities keep growing. Working together isn’t just efficient. It’s smart stewardship.
What I am Committed To
Keep Experience on This Board
On November 3, voters in Belvedere, Tiburon, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Greenbrae, and part of Kentfield (Trustee Area 5) will choose who will represent them on the Marin County Board of Education for the next four years.
Marin’s students deserve the best, and that means having a representative who will serve them best. I am the only candidate for Trustee Area 5 with a background in education, the only one who understands this job, and the only one knows it firsthand from years of doing the work. I bring experience, perspective, and proven judgment to every decision I make on behalf of Marin’s students.
And continuity matters. Boards work best with a mix of new energy and long memory. My longtime experience on this board makes for more informed decision-making.
Whether you can lend your name, put up a yard sign, send emails telling your friends to vote for me, or make a donation of any size, I thank you!
