Updated March 31, 2023

Eileen Aguba Chen Appointed as Next Robla School District Superintendent

Chen to begin tenure on July 1, 2023

 

Eileen Aguba Chen, a longtime educator with deep experience as a collaborative  leader with a focus on building academic goals, instructional programs, and professional development, has been selected as Robla School District’s next superintendent. The appointment was approved by the Robla Board of Education at their meeting on March 29, 2023.

 

Mrs. Chen comes from the Pittsburg Unified School District in Pittsburg, CA, where she has served as Executive Director of Educational Services since July 2018. She began her career in education in 2001 as a teacher at Pittsburg High School and was promoted to Assistant Principal. In 2011, she was appointed to be the Principal at Los Medanos Elementary, the district’s only California Distinguished and Title I Academic Achievement School, prior to moving to the central office in the Educational Services department in 2015. 

 

Mrs. Chen received her B.S. in Mathematics from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. She earned her Administrative Credential and Masters in Educational Leadership from California State University, East Bay. She is a member of the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) and California Association of Asian & Pacific Leaders in Education (CAAPLE).

 

“Mrs. Chen's ability to foster relationships, connect schools and communities, and support success for diverse learners will ensure all our children continue to thrive in a student-centered instructional program. We are excited to welcome her to the Robla family,” said Craig DeLuz, President of the Robla School District Board of Education. 

 

“Mrs. Chen values the diverse needs of the students we serve in the Robla School District and is a proven leader who will continue to expand upon Robla’s strong academic programs, while also responding to the district’s new and growing needs in the future,” said Superintendent Ruben Reyes, who will be retiring at the end of June.

 

Mrs. Chen begins her tenure on July 1, 2023, and over the next three months, she will begin getting acquainted with the Robla School District and transitioning into the role of superintendent alongside retiring superintendent Ruben Reyes. 

 

“The Robla School District has a reputation of deep care for its students and families, excellence and collaboration, and strong partnerships to engage students and help them thrive and flourish personally and academically,” said Mrs. Chen.  “I look forward to leading with trust and transparency and working alongside Robla’s dedicated and talented teachers, parents, staff and Board to support instructional programs, approaches and learning communities that advance our reputation as a district of excellence that ensures every student has the opportunity to be inspired and find success in their future,” she continued.

The Robla School Board is embarking on the search for the next Superintendent of the Robla School District, following the retirement of its current superintendent at the end of the 2022-23 school year. This page includes the process, timelines, and opportunities for public input.

The Robla School Board is seeking a highly qualified Superintendent. A successful candidate will have the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership. The board recognizes that selecting a Superintendent is the most important decision it will make. To clarify what success would look like in the Robla School District, the Board has developed the following desired characteristics:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Robla School District is nestled in the north area of the City of Sacramento and our quiet community is home to a very diverse population.  The District has served the educational needs of the Robla Community for over 100 years.  With five TK-6 elementary school sites and one Preschool site, our staff proudly serves 2,000 students.  The District engages in variety of initiatives, partnerships and programs to support the educational, physical and social emotional wellbeing of our students and community.  Attending to our students with a ‘whole child’ approach and preparing them for success is our top priority to meet the needs of our underserved community.