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News Release
January 3, 2000
Caston Named Deputy Superintendent of County Education Office
Dr. Michael Caston, currently superintendent of the Santa Barbara elementary and high school districts, has accepted a position as deputy superintendent of the Santa Barbara County Education Office, Bill Cirone, Superintendent.
"My goal is to build the best county office in the state and to provide the highest quality service possible for our districts," said Cirone. "Mike Caston is recognized by all as among the best superintendents in California, and the nation. He has been sought by other districts, such as Portland, OR and Phoenix, AZ. We are thrilled that Mike has agreed to remain in Santa Barbara to provide service and support to the 23 school districts in Santa Barbara County," said Cirone.
"While superintendent of the Santa Barbara districts, Mike has clearly established student outcomes as a leading goal. Virtually everyone is in agreement that this focus has resulted in increased test scores and student performance in the Santa Barbara district. Under Mike’s leadership, the district has undergone a true sense of renewal," Cirone explained.
Given the new accountability legislation recently enacted and the Academic Performance Index now in place, Dr. Caston’s responsibilities will include establishing a unit that provides direct support to districts interested in developing strategies to improve student performance.
The change is part of an administrative reorganization of the Santa Barbara County Education Office that was begun when Paul Cordeiro, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, announced plans to take a position as assistant superintendent in the Newhall district."It is a rare opportunity to bring in someone of Michael Caston’s caliber to work directly with districts," said Cirone. "Mike’s vision, skill, commitment, experience and integrity will help insure that this office remains responsive to the real needs of our districts."