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The Laguna Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) announced the appointment of Thomas Turner as the new principal of Top of the World Elementary School and Jennifer Moss as the new Program Specialist for special education services. Turner brings extensive experience in educational leadership, while Moss will support the coordination and implementation of special education services. Both will formally join the team during the summer ahead of the 2024-25 school year. The LBUSD Board of Education took action to approve their appointments at a special meeting held on Friday, June 21.
Mr. Turner has nearly three decades of experience in education, with 20 years in school, district, and county administration. Most recently, he served as the Executive Director of Educational Services at the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE). He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern California (USC), a Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego, and is a member of the State Bar of California.
Ms. Moss has worked in education for 26 years, with two decades of experience as a classroom teacher before returning to earn a Master of Science in School Psychology and a Pupil Personnel Services Credential with a School Psychology Specialization from National University in 2018. She earned her Administrative Services Credential in 2022. Moss also holds a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Chapman University. She was most recently, the District Coordinator of Special Education Mental Health Services at Capistrano Unified School District.
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