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La Cañada Unified cites strong outcomes, budget stability and leadership transition at joint state of the district
Summary
Superintendent Wendy Sinett presented district highlights including enrollment near 4,021, a $68 million revenue projection for 2025–26, progress on 2017 bond projects, and the appointment of Dr. Deborah Craddock as incoming superintendent; a public commenter urged voters to approve Measure LCF to raise $113 million for school facilities.
At the joint state-of-the-city and state-of-the-district meeting, La Cañada Unified School District leaders summarized academic results, enrollment and finances, and announced leadership changes ahead of a planned superintendent transition.
Superintendent Wendy Sinett told the audience the district currently serves about 4,020–4,021 learners and employs roughly 496 staff. She highlighted recent academic measures: among comprehensive unified districts in California, the district ranked first in English language arts and science, and reported testing rates above 98%. Sinett described the district’s approach as community‑centric and driven by five strategic domains including educational excellence, inclusive schools, and safe, modern facilities.
Melissa Shepherd, assistant superintendent of business…
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