superintendent
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The superintendent generally works in concert with the governor, but not always.
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
The state superintendent can interpret state law on this issue but has no direct say in what this law will be.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
Newsom, through the Legislature, has proposed to change the role of the superintendent based on recommendations from leading academics.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
On August 17, almost two months after the first round of arrests, the police superintendent again warned Alice Paul that there would be another round of arrests if the protests continued.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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