About Superintendent Reyes

 

 

Dr. Susana Reyes has served as Superintendent of Shoreline Public Schools since July 1, 2021.

Dr. Susana Reyes has served as Superintendent of Shoreline Public Schools since July 1, 2021. She is originally from México City, where she was born to hardworking parents whose resilience and support inspired and shaped her belief in education as a pathway to opportunity. Her parents immigrated to Wapato, Washington, where they worked in the fields of the Yakima Valley and surrounding area. This work involved long hours and was physically demanding, and the children often worked alongside their parents during the summers, school breaks, and sometimes during the school year.

Inspired by her parents’ sacrifices and dreams for their children and supportive teachers, Dr. Reyes went on to college to earn her degrees and pursue a career in education. After graduating from Wapato High School, she began her studies at Washington State University, Pullman. During a break from WSU, Dr. Reyes earned an associate’s degree from Yakima Valley Community College. This was followed by a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, a master’s in Educational Administration, a doctorate in Educational Leadership, and both principal and superintendent certifications—all from Washington State University.

Dr. Reyes began her career as a bilingual elementary teacher in California before returning to Wapato, where she taught and later served as assistant principal and principal. She went on to hold assistant superintendent roles in several Washington school districts including Pullman, Mead, and Pasco. Throughout her leadership journey, she has remained deeply committed to equity and student success—striving to ensure that every student has the support to dream bigger than their circumstances.