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Educational Services and School Leadership

Welcome to the Educational Services and School Leadership team with Natomas Unified School District. Our team is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and equity across all schools in the district. We oversee curriculum, instruction, assessment, research and data and professional development, helping to ensure that every student receives a high quality education. Our department also leads critical initiatives including Equity in Excellence (E2), Multilingual learner services, early learning programs, extended learning opportunities and LEAP Academy, and the procurement and implementation of instructional materials. Through a collaborative approach rooted in reflection and a commitment to continuous improvement, we support our educators and students in achieving their fullest potential.

General department inquiries: 916-561-5290

Associate Superintendent - Tonja Jarrell

Curriculum & Instruction
Director - Amanda Garcia

LEAP Academy
Executive Director  - Lisset Mijares
Coordinator III - Justin Locketz
Coordinator III - Juliane Link-Oberstar

Multilingual Student Services (English Learners)
Director - Elisa Van Horn
Coordinator  III -  Jinder Chahal

Research and Data
Executive Director - Steven Fong
Director - Rachelle Cypher
Coordinator III  - Kristy Cha
School Leadership

General department inquiries: 916-567-5428

Elementary Schools 
Assistant Superintendent - Brandon Blom
Director - Tom Dickinson
Director - Yee Yang

Secondary Schools 
Assistant Superintendent - David Rodriguez
Executive Director - Matt Catanzarite 

CTE
Coordinator III - Tara Mendoza

Athletics
Coordinator III - Suzanne Baker