Mark Triplett Email & Phone Number

Dr. Mark Triplett joined the San Lorenzo Unified team in July, 2023. He is deeply committed to achieving equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those who have been traditionally underserved by our system. Dr. Triplett champions the power and importance of public education as a transformational agent in a diverse, democratic society. Dr. Triplett has over 25 years of experience in education. He previously served as Superintendent of Newark Unified School District, where he led the development of a new computer science academy at Newark Memorial High School, and created the district's first Spanish dual language immersion school at Schilling Elementary. Dr. Triplett was able to shepherd the district safely through the global pandemic while achieving academic growth. Prior to Newark, Dr. Triplett served as Network Superintendent of Middle Schools in Oakland Unified School District. His focus on instruction led to significant growth in math achievement, and a dramatic increase in the number of students reading at grade level. During his tenure in Oakland, Dr. Triplett promoted innovative practices to increase student engagement. He oversaw new adoptions of Common Core-aligned curriculum in every subject area, and created a nationally recognized outdoor environmental initiative for every child to have an overnight camping experience. In addition, Dr. Triplett increased music, art, and world language programming, and built a comprehensive computer science program in every middle school. Prior to his tenure as Network Superintendent, he was Deputy Superintendent of High Schools, Director of Instruction for Middle Schools, and a school principal in Oakland. Before coming to the Bay Area, he taught high school in Washington, DC and New York City. Dr. Triplett earned a Doctorate in Education Leadership from East Carolina University, a Master of Arts in Education from George Washington University, and a Bachelor of Arts in history from the University of Colorado, Boulder. He is a Fulbright Award Recipient and a New Leaders for New Schools alumni.

Listed skills include Coaching, Organizational Management, Family Engagement, Data Driven Instruction, and 6 others.