superintendent
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The superintendent also has significant control over who works for the education department, but not how much money it will have to work with.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
As the manager of the the California Department of Education, the state superintendent serves, in essence, as the chief staffer for the State Board of Education, whose members are appointed by the governor.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
In this capacity, the superintendent no longer would manage the education department.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
But as an elected officer, the state superintendent also is independent of the state board.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
Some administrator or superintendent in a starched suit, his flushed face greasy with perspiration.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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