“Doc” Ervin selected to lead San Bernardino City USD

The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) Board of Education has announced the appointment of Harry “Doc” Ervin as Superintendent. The vote took place at the March 16 board meeting. Ervin was selected from a pool of 20 candidates.

“The Board of Education listened closely to our SBCUSD community about the qualities we should look for in a new superintendent, and Doc Ervin stood out for his passionate commitment to equity and excellence,” said Board President Gwen Dowdy-Rodgers. “We are confident we have found a transformational leader as his experience at all levels of the educational system will help us effectively navigate the opportunities and challenges that come as we recover and grow from the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Ervin is fluent in English and Spanish and has more than 25 years of experience in education as a classroom teacher, school principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent in districts across the state, serving areas that include Kern County, Monterey County, Los Angeles County, and San Bernardino County.

A United States Marine Corps veteran, Ervin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies and Master of Science in Education Administration from Alliant International University and his Administrative Credential from California State University, Fullerton.

“I am pleased to accept the position of Superintendent of the San Bernardino City Unified School District, and I look forward to ensuring every SBCUSD student has the support they need to be successful,” said Ervin, who was present for the Board of Education’s virtual meeting. “SBCUSD has a lot of great programs in place for students, and I look forward to taking what they have to the next level.”

“SBCUSD has a lot of great programs in place for students, and I look forward to taking what they have to the next level.” – Harry Ervin

Ervin will assume the leadership post on July 1, officially filling the seat vacated by Dr. Dale Marsden.