Leadership Team

 "Our schools are not good enough for any of our children unless our schools are good enough for all of our children."

— SFUSD Superintendent Carlos Garcia

Public schools are a measure of our democracy that help to teach the next generation how to lead. Under the guidance of Superintendent Carlos Garcia, San Francisco's public schools focus on promoting intellectual growth, creativity, and self-discipline so that each child has an equal opportunity to achieve their maximum potential.

Carlos A. Garcia, Superintendent

In 2007, Carlos A. Garcia began his tenure as Superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District. Under his leadership, the district has seen consistent improvement in achievement for all students, including increased academic gains for Latino and African American students. He has also led the way for district policies aimed at graduating all SFUSD students with bilingual skills and the credits required for admission to California’s university system.  Read more here.

Richard A. Carranza, Deputy Superintendent of Instruction, Innovation, and Social Justice

Richard A. Carranza implements the district’s strategic plan. His responsibilities include redesigning of the district’s central office to better support school sites and ensuring core instructional curriculum achieves equitable educational results for all students. Read more here.

Myong Leigh, Deputy Superintendent of Policy and Operations

Myong Leigh has been an SFUSD staff member for more than a decade, dedicating his career in public education to seeking adequate school funding so educators can to do their best work with students and families. Mr. Leigh is responsible for the development and implementation of district policy, business services, facilities, human resources, information technology, student nutrition, intergovernmental relations, public engagement, and communications. Read more here.

Don Davis, General Counsel

Don Davis began work as the General Counsel of the San Francisco Unified School District on January 10, 2012. He has a great deal of experience in education law, litigation, transactional law and law office management. His life's passions are public service and public education. Read more here.