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La Canada Unified names Deborah Craddock as next superintendent

La Canada Unified School District Governing Board · February 25, 2026
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Summary

After a nationwide search, the La Canada Unified School District chose Dr. Deborah Craddock, a 16‑year district educator and administrator, as its next superintendent; the board directed its ad hoc team to finalize contract terms ahead of a March 24 meeting.

The La Canada Unified School District governing board announced Feb. 24 that it has selected Dr. Deborah Craddock as the district’s next superintendent.

Board President Anderson told the room that, following a rigorous vetting process led by ESS search consultants, the board chose Dr. Craddock, calling her the district’s first ‘‘homegrown’’ superintendent. Anderson said the selection was the product of community engagement, essay responses, and a live crisis‑scenario exercise used during interviews.

ESS consultant Gary Rutherford said the search…

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