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As the chief administrator for the school district, the Superintendent of Schools works closely with the elected Board of Education. The Superintendent also oversees several central services and implements the Board's academic initiatives.
Excellence and Equity Go Hand in Hand
By Jill Baker, Ed.D.
Becoming superintendent here in August of 2020 was the continuation of a long and treasured association with a great school district. 
Thirty years ago, I started as a teacher here, later becoming a school principal and central office administrator. During that time, I also learned to appreciate our school system from a parent perspective, having had my own son graduate from our schools in 2018.
The Long Beach Unified School District is a storied place of learning, excellence and resilience. Much like our nation, LBUSD also is a big idea. We firmly believe in the innate talents and abilities of all, and we strive to help our students reach their fullest potential despite any barriers they may face.
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Biography
Dr. Jill Baker was unanimously selected by the Board of Education as superintendent of the Long Beach Unified School District effective August 1, 2020. The school district is California’s fourth largest, with about 69,000 students.
Prior Messages and Presentations
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The Year in Review
June 17, 2022 -
Commitment to Student Safety
September 28, 2021 -
The Year in Review (Repaso del año)
June 23, 2021 -
Phased Reopening of In-Person Learning Planned for March 29
February 18, 2021 -
Employee Vaccines Start Soon as Reopening Planning Continues
January 15, 2021 -
A Message about the Capitol Unrest
January 7, 2021 -
A Message to the LBUSD Team from Superintendent Baker
December 17, 2020 -
Fall Update
November 13, 2020 -
Aquarium of Pacific COVID Impact Series
November 11, 2020 -
Distance Learning to Continue through Jan. 28
September 10, 2020 -
Comments for College Promise News Conference
September 1, 2020 -
Never Before & More Than Ever (Start of School Message to Employees)
August 31, 2020 -
School Opening Update from Superintendent Baker
August 14, 2020
Additional Presentations
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Building an Equity Centered Leadership Pipeline with Intentionality
February 19, 2021 -
Leadership to Advance Equity, Build Relationships & Improve Practice
February 11, 2021
LBUSD - Organization Chart 2021-22
Superintendent of Schools - Administration
| Contact | Phone / Address | Position / Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
|
Dr. Jill Baker |
(562) 997-8242
(562) 997-8280 Fax |
Superintendent of Schools - AB 426 |
Superintendent of Schools - Staff
| Contact | Phone / Address | Position / Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
|
James Suarez |
(562) 997-8240 |
Special Assistant to the Superintendent |
|
Julie Crook |
(562) 997-8242 |
Executive Secretary to the Superintendent & Board of Education Superintendent Scheduling |
|
Leticia Rodriguez |
(562) 997-8240 |
Executive Secretary to the Superintendent & Board of Education |
Department Info
Department Address
1515 Hughes Way
Long Beach, CA 90810
Department Phone
(562) 997-8242
Latest Videos
Connecting With Students - Dr. Jill Baker: Conversation with Diego from Poly
Connecting With Students - Dr. Jill Baker: Conversation with Peyton from Prisk
Dr. Baker's Zoom meeting with Peyton
Assuming the Superintendency in the Midst of a Crisis: A Hearts & Minds Approach
A Message from Superintendent Jill Baker, Ed.D. - August 30th, 2021
Publications
The Act of Becoming
Baker
Growing Support for Principals
Baker and Bloom
The Sweet Spot of Coaching
Baker and Brown
Pyramid of Support
Baker and Brown
Broadening the Sphere of Influence
Baker and Brown
Coaching as a Way of Being
Baker and An
