News Summary
The Huntington Beach Union High School District has appointed Traci Green as the new assistant superintendent of business services, pending approval from the board. Green’s extensive experience in educational finance and focus on student success were highlighted during her announcement. Previously, she served as the director of fiscal services and chief business official within the district. The appointment aims to strengthen leadership and financial strategies amidst ongoing efforts to enhance educational services.
Huntington Beach, CA – The Huntington Beach Union High School District has appointed Traci Green as the new assistant superintendent of business services, a decision pending approval from the school board. Green’s expertise and leadership skills were highlighted during the announcement, citing her commitment to the district’s financial health and the academic success of its students.
Traci Green has been with the Huntington Beach Union High School District since April 2022, when she joined as the director of fiscal services. In October 2024, she advanced to the role of chief business official, where she gained valuable experience in managing educational finance for the district. The superintendent of the district, Carolee Ogata, expressed confidence in Green’s abilities, praising her extensive background and leadership qualities essential for the position.
Before her time in Huntington Beach, Green served as the assistant superintendent of business services for the Westminster School District from 2021 to 2022. Her career in education began at the Garden Grove Unified School District, where she dedicated nearly 18 years. During her latter years there, she held the position of director of K-12 educational services.
Green’s experience in various roles within educational finance positions her well for her new appointment. She has consistently focused on promoting financial strategies that support both the district’s stability and the welfare of individual students. Her commitment to “meaningful work rooted in servant leadership” underscores her dedication to collaborating with stakeholders and enhancing student achievement.
The decision to appoint Green aligns with ongoing efforts within the district to bolster leadership and improve its financial strategies as they navigate the complexities of providing quality education. In recent announcements, district officials also noted that Daniel Morris is returning to his position as principal of Huntington Beach High School for the current school year after a two-year stint at Edison High School. This move indicates a strategic approach to strengthen leadership across district schools.
The Huntington Beach Union High School District has been focusing on strategic improvements in educational services and fiscal management to ensure it effectively meets the needs of its students and families. The appointment of Green represents a continued investment in building a robust administrative framework that aims to foster academic excellence and sound financial practices.
As she steps into her role, Traci Green faces the challenge of effectively managing the district’s resources to enhance educational opportunities while addressing any fiscal challenges that may arise. The district and students alike will benefit from her commitment and expertise as they work toward achieving their collective goals.
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- LA Times: Traci Green to Serve as Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
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