Summit Public Schools
Eric is a 20-year veteran in education. Before joining Summit as the Executive Director of Tamalpais Middle School, Eric served as Superintendent of Schools at Key Educational Group, an educational nonprofit service provider for public charter schools. Eric’s prior educational leadership experience includes three years as Principal of a national award-winning public charter high school, two years as Director of International programs at a large private school group, and a combined four years as Director of Instruction and Campus Principal at a public charter high school group in the Dallas-Ft.Worth area. Prior to his leadership roles, Eric spent seven years as a teacher in traditional district schools. Eric is an active member of the Rotary Club of Livermore Valley and serves on the Board of Directors at Partners for Change Tri-Valley, a Bay Area nonprofit focused on ending the cycle of poverty. Eric earned a bachelor’s in Social Science from the University of Northern Iowa and a Master’s of Education in Educational Administration from the University of North Texas. Eric holds a California Administrative Services Credential and a California Single Subject Teaching Credential.
Summit Public Schools
Summit Public Schools is a leading charter public school network building a world where every student is equipped to lead a fulfilled life — one with purpose, financial independence, community, strong relationships, and health. Summit’s mission is to prepare a diverse student population for success in a four-year college or university and to be thoughtful, contributing members of society. It operates 14 public schools that serve diverse communities throughout California and Washington, offering project-based learning through a personalized approach and 1:1 mentorship. Further, Summit leverages its work to have a broader impact on public education in America.