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SFUSD board unanimously approves employment agreement for Superintendent Maria Hsu
Summary
The board voted 7-0 to approve an employment agreement with Dr. Maria Hsu through June 30, 2028; commissioners expressed support while raising concerns about transparency, community input, and expectations for strategic leadership.
The board voted to approve an employment agreement for Dr. Maria Hsu as superintendent, with the General Counsel reading key contract terms into the record. "This agreement will commence on 01/05/2026 and run through 06/30/2028," the general counsel stated, and the record lists an annual salary of $385,000.
Several commissioners explained their votes. Commissioner Ray said she would vote yes but lamented the limited public notice and urged improved community engagement. Commissioner Alexander said he supported Superintendent Hsu, noting he had been board president when she was hired and that the superintendent has taken a different path to the role but has committed to the district.
Superintendent Hsu thanked the board and pledged to continue work on student outcomes, to conduct a national search for a deputy superintendent for educational services, and to rebuild trust and stability across the district. "I welcome everyone to hold me accountable to achieving these things," she said.
The motion passed on roll call with seven ayes and no nays.
