Dr. Fabiola Bagula Named Assembly District 78 Latino Heritage Month Honoree

September 23, 2025

Assemblymember Chris Ward has named Dr. Fabiola Bagula, Superintendent of the San Diego Unified School District and the first Latina to hold this position, as the 2025 Latino Heritage Month honoree for Assembly District 78. Dr. Bagula's selection recognizes her extensive contributions to education, including her work as an educator, principal, and administrator, as well as her leadership coaching for superintendents across San Diego County. Throughout her distinguished career, she has received several awards, contributed to academic publications, and maintained academic positions while drawing from her bicultural upbringing on the San Diego border.

Who is affected

Dr. Fabiola Bagula, Superintendent of the San Diego Unified School District
The Latino community in San Diego
Students in the San Diego Unified School District
Educational leaders in San Diego County who have received her coaching (from districts including Poway, Encinitas, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Ramona, Coronado, and Lakeside)

What action is being taken

Assemblymember Chris Ward is recognizing Dr. Bagula as the 2025 Latino Heritage Month honoree for Assembly District 78
Dr. Bagula is serving as the first Latina superintendent of San Diego Unified School District
Dr. Bagula is participating as a Yale-Broad Leadership fellow

Why it matters

The recognition highlights Dr. Bagula's significant contributions to public education and the Latino community
It acknowledges the historical significance of Dr. Bagula being the first Latina to serve as superintendent of the district
The honor celebrates representation while emphasizing the responsibility to ensure educational opportunities for students of all backgrounds
It showcases Dr. Bagula's extensive professional experience and leadership approach informed by her bicultural upbringing

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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