Superintendent's Office

Dr. Gary Thomas

County Superintendent of Schools

The County Superintendent provides educational leadership and service to the school districts of San Bernardino County. The Superintendent provides administrative services to the County School Boards Association, and serves as the ex-officio secretary and executive officer to the County Board of Education.

The San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools office acts as an intermediate service agency between the California Department of Education and the 33 school districts in San Bernardino County to help meet the educational needs of all children county-wide, particularly in special education. We are committed to working with our school districts, other agencies, families and the community at large by providing services, information and leadership, always with a focus on students.

Mission Statement

The mission of San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools is to transform lives through education. Working in collaboration with school districts, other agencies, families and our community partners, we provide leadership, advocacy and services to ensure innovative, inspiring educational practices. This endeavor is essential to the quality of life and economic vitality of our communities.

For additional information, please contact: Ms. Michelle Ottoson at (909) 386-2404.