Damon J. Wright, Ed.D., serves as the Superintendent of Schools for the Benicia Unified School District. Dr. Wright advocates for public education and has served in various capacities over a twenty-five-year span. He began his public education career supporting elementary students as a Guidance Assistant before working as School Counselor and School Psychologist. Dr. Wright served as a school site administrator for eight years and a district-level administrator for five. At the district office level, Dr. Wright worked as the Executive Director of Secondary Education for the Napa Valley Unified School District and his most recent role as Senior Director of Human Resources for the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District.

Dr. Wright’s educational qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Sacramento State University, a master’s degree in School Counseling from National University, and a doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Brandman University. He has also earned Pupil Personnel Services credentials in School Counseling and School Psychology and a credential in School Administration. Dr. Wright completed the Pupil Services, Personnel Services, and Superintendent’s Academies through the Association of California School Administrators.

Dr. Wright believes “education is the great equalizer” and is poised to support student achievement in literacy and STEAM, and he remains committed to leading equity and promoting social-emotional learning through the holistic support of students. As a socially responsible leader who develops and maintains positive working relationships with the school community and industry partners, Dr. Wright will implement the District’s vision by building trust among the various stakeholder groups through the five elements of competence, consistency, concern, candor, and connection.

Dr. Wright is accessible by appointment. Please contact Georgina Martinez, Chief Assistant, for additional information.