Schools Chief Jack O'Connell Applauds San Jose Unified
School District Selection of Superintendent Vincent Matthews
SACRAMENTO — State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell today commended the San Jose Unified School District for selecting Vincent Matthews as the district's new superintendent.
"Vince Matthews is an excellent choice to lead the San Jose Unified School District," O'Connell said. "He has provided steady leadership and kept a focus on improving achievement for all students over the past four years while serving as the state administrator and later as the trustee for the Oakland Unified School District. Vince is a passionate and talented educator who is deeply committed to closing the achievement gap. In his new position as the San Jose Unified School District Superintendent, Vince will do a great job on behalf of the students, parents, and educators in that community.
"The Oakland Unified School District has made great strides academically and fiscally under the leadership of both Vince Matthews and the current Oakland Unified Superintendent Tony Smith. I am committed to finding an equally talented and qualified replacement for Vince to serve as trustee of Oakland Unified while the district continues its progress in repaying its state loan."