Anaheim Elementary School District Superintendent Linda Kimble announced Tuesday she has accepted a similar position with the Vista Unified School District.
It wasn’t a surprise. Vista chose her in early November after a nationwide search.
But the selection wasn’t official until Tuesday night, when the Vista school board voted unanimously to appoint Kimble. She will begin the job in early January.
Kimble became superintendent of the Anaheim district in 2012 after serving as superintendent for the Monrovia Unified School District.
During her tenure, the district implemented a district-wide music curriculum and passed a $318 million bond measure intended to improve school buildings and facilities across the district, according to Keith Sterling, the district’s director of communications & public information.
“I am truly grateful for the wonderful opportunities and experiences afforded to me during my tenure in Anaheim,” Kimble said. “Together, we have made a tremendous and positive difference for the children and families we serve.”
Vista board President Rich Alderson said in a statement: “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Kimble to our district and community. Her award-winning leadership across Southern California will be a tremendous asset to Vista. We look forward to the work ahead as we continue to provide a world-class education to the students of our city.”
Kimble also was superintendent for Keppel Union School District and Acton-Agua Dulce Unified, both in northern Los Angeles County.
She began her career as a bilingual and migrant education teacher in Palmdale School District.
She has authored two books — “The Principal’s Guide” and “The Savvy Superintendent,” and is a frequent guest speaker on issues ranging from music education to reaching and teaching students living in poverty.
— City News Service contributed to this report.
