Superintendent
Brett Barley
Superintendent
(707) 693-6300 ext: 8033
Cicely Bernhardt – Executive Secretary
cbernhardt@dixonusd.org
(707) 693-6300 x8033
Prior to joining DUSD, Brett was the Superintendent of the California Montessori Project (CMP) for five years (2019-2024). CMP serves 2,900 students in six public TK-8th Grade schools in four school districts across the greater Sacramento area. During his tenure with CMP he successfully led the organization through the pandemic, increased enrollment, and achieved the highest academic outcomes the school system has ever achieved on the state assessments.
Prior to leading CMP, Brett served as the Superintendent of Wonderful College Prep Academy, a free public school network serving grades Kindergarten through 12 where 100% of the 2018 graduating class moved on to college or a work fellowship and 88% enrolled in four-year universities.
From 2016-2018, Brett served as Deputy State Superintendent with the Nevada Department of Education where he and his team were focused on implementing the nation’s most comprehensive education legislation.
District Mission
Dixon Unified School District’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society.
Local Control Accountability Plan Goal Areas
- Engage all students in standards-aligned rigorous curriculum and learning that ensures preparation for college, career, and success in a global society.
- Engage all students in social-emotional and behavioral learning which ensures safe, healthy, and culturally responsive schools.
- Engage families and the community to form active partnerships which ensure the academic and social growth of students.