Tony Thurmond

@CA_Supt

Educator. Social Worker. 28th California State Superintendent of Public Instruction. 15 years of public service to the people of California.

Sacramento, CA cde.ca.gov/eo Joined August 2025

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Congratulations to Richard Barrera on being elected California’s next State Superintendent of Public Instruction!

Black text on white, light blue and dark blue graphic with photo of Tony Thurmond. Text reads State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Congratulates Richard Barrera’s Election Victory, “Congratulations to Richard Barrera on being elected California’s next State Superintendent of Public Instruction! I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Richard as my senior policy advisor, advancing important priorities for California’s students and educators, from improving school attendance and strengthening early literacy to expanding affordable housing for teachers and school staff. Richard brings decades of experience and a deep commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. I look forward to working together on a smooth transition and building on our shared commitment to California’s public schools. Congratulations, Richard!”

Tony Thurmond @CA_Supt Aug 27

California’s school fiscal oversight system isn’t broken. One local dispute doesn’t justify rewriting statewide law in the final days of session.

Sac City students deserve solutions, not political maneuvering.

I urge the Legislature to reject this rushed proposal.

Tony Thurmond @CA_Supt Aug 25

The Trump Administration used its White House back-to-school event to attack California schools and threaten federal education funding. My response:

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“The Secretary is describing a California that doesn't exist. What exists: nearly 6 million kids working on reading, math, and getting to graduation. The Trump Administration has no interest in that reality - so it's inventing one that isn't there. That doesn't help a single child learn to read or excel in STEM.
In twenty years of back-to-school events, no parent has ever asked me about ‘radical experiments.’ They ask about counselors, qualified math teachers, and getting phones out of their kids' hands during class.
That's the work. Secretary McMahon has a standing invitation to visit any California school she wants - she picks the district. We'll talk to parents together. Then we can have an honest conversation about federal funding stability and the special education dollars Washington promised - and never delivered.”

Tony Thurmond @CA_Supt Aug 18

Productive conversations continued today as we brought SCUSD and SCOE together to work toward fiscal solutions. The discussions can be tough at times, but both sides remain at the table and focused on a path forward.

Tony Thurmond @CA_Supt Apr 20

I couldn't be prouder of this year's honorees and everything they pour into their school communities to ensure students are safe, healthy, and learning. Congratulations!

CA Department of Education @CADeptEd Apr 17

Congratulations to these nine outstanding classified school employees for their dedication to California’s public school students! @CA_Supt Tony Thurmond named our 2026 Classified School Employees of the Year. 🥳🙌🌟

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