Chad Lanese

Chad Lanese is an experienced educator currently serving as the Superintendent of Buckeye Elementary School District since July 2019, focusing on advancing student outcomes. Prior to this role, Chad held several leadership positions within the Peoria Unified School District, including Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning, Chief Academic Officer, and Executive Director of Student Services. Chad also served as Principal at Pinnacle High School and Desert Cove Elementary, bringing extensive experience in elementary education. Chad's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from the University of Arizona, a Master of Arts in Bilingual and Multilingual Education from Arizona State University, and a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration from Northern Arizona University.