Sonoma Valley Unified appoints new superintendent

Jeanette Rodriguez-Chien has been selected as the next superintendent of the Sonoma Valley Unified School District, according to The Press Democrat.

Rodriguez-Chien is currently the deputy superintendent for the San Diego County Office of Education, a role she has held since July 2020.

“I am thrilled about the opportunity to work with the Sonoma Valley students, staff, parents and community,” Rodriguez-Chien said in a statement. “I am looking forward to building relationships with people, understanding the desires of the various stakeholders and ensuring our district prepares students for their future endeavors.”

If her appointment is formally approved by the district’s board, Rodriguez-Chien will begin in her new role July 1.