Seattle Schools Superintendent Dr. Brent Jones announced Monday that he is resigning from his position effective Sept. 3, 2025.
In a video statement posted to the Seattle Public Schools website, Jones said he is leaving to spend more time with his family. The Seattle Times reported that Jones confirmed that he will move to California, where his wife Dr. Janine Jones was appointed vice chancellor for graduate affairs at the University of California at Santa Barbara earlier this month.
The district intends to announce its plans for the superintendent search process in the coming weeks.
Jones has headed the state’s largest school district since 2021, when he was appointed on an interim basis after the resignation of Superintendent Denise Juneau. The school hired Jones for the permanent position in March 2022.
Jones cited the district’s successes at academic recovery, equity and inclusion, expanding student support services, and strengthening community partnership during his tenure at Seattle Public Schools. He also oversaw challenges, such as a withdrawn plan to close schools due to tightening budgets, and a teacher’s strike in 2022.
Before taking on the top job at Seattle Public Schools, Jones had several previous positions at Seattle Public Schools, including chief equity, partnerships, and engagement officer. Additionally, he held posts at the Kent School District and King County Metro Transit.
