Michael Specchierla for SLO County Superintendent of Schools
About Michael
Michael Specchierla’s vision is grounded in a simple idea: every student deserves a clear path to success after high school.
With decades of experience as an education leader and teacher, especially in Career Technical Education, he is committed to expanding career pathways, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring students graduate with real skills and real options - ensuring college and career are both within reach.
His focus is opportunity - not ideology - and outcomes that matter for students, families, and the future of San Luis Obispo County.
Specchierla’s Top Priorities
Opportunity for
Every Student
Ensure every student graduates with real options by expanding access to: high-quality Career Technical Education, college credits in high school, and hands-on learning - so college and career are both within reach.
Strong Schools,
Supported Educators
Support teachers and school leaders with the tools, training, and collaboration they need to help students succeed, while keeping decision-making local and focused on what works in the classroom.
Education Connected to Community
Strengthen partnerships between schools, local employers, community colleges and universities to align education with real workforce needs and keep talent, opportunity, and economic growth in San Luis Obispo County.