Why I’m Running for Nevada County Superintendent of Schools
By Timothy Reid
My name is Timothy Reid, and I’m running for Nevada County Superintendent of Schools because I care deeply about our kids, our schools, and our communities, and I believe we can do better by them.
I’ve spent my career in public education. I started as a classroom teacher, then became an assistant principal, and now serve at the district level. I’ve worked with students, families, teachers, and administrators across Nevada County, and I’ve seen what’s working and where people are struggling. I’m running because I believe the County Office of Education should be more connected, more supportive, and more useful to the districts and schools it serves.
My focus is simple and grounded in real experience.
A Fresh Perspective Grounded in Real Schools
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It’s been a long time since someone with recent high school experience has run for this position. I think that matters. High schools are where academic learning, career preparation, and real life all come together. That perspective shapes how I think about leadership.
For me, bringing a fresh perspective means listening to districts, understanding what they actually need, and helping solve problems instead of creating more paperwork. The County Office should be a partner schools can count on, someone who understands the day-to-day realities and helps move things forward.
Strong Academics and Real Career Pathways
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We need to keep improving how well our students read, write, communicate, and understand math. Being able to understand what you read, express your ideas clearly, and use math to solve problems are foundational skills that affect every subject and every path a student takes after graduation.
This work starts early and continues all the way through high school. The County Office of Education should be helping districts strengthen English and math instruction, share effective approaches, and support teachers as they work to build confident readers, writers, and problem-solvers in every classroom.
At the same time, strong academics need to connect to real opportunities. Career Technical Education plays an important role in helping students apply reading, writing, and math in meaningful, real-world ways. Whether a student plans to attend college, enter a trade, or go straight into the workforce, they need strong core skills and practical experience to succeed.
Responsible Use of Public Dollars
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I’m a professor of agricultural business and economics, and I also run a small agricultural business. Budgets matter to me, because I’ve lived them. I understand that public dollars are limited, and people expect them to be used wisely.
Fiscal responsibility means helping districts make the most of the funding they have, being transparent about decisions, and keeping the focus on what actually supports students, especially in areas like special education and student services. It’s about being practical, thoughtful, and honest with the resources we’re trusted to manage.
I’m running for Nevada County Superintendent of Schools because I believe in strong public schools, common-sense leadership, and staying connected to the people we serve. I’m not interested in titles or bureaucracy, I’m interested in supporting schools, helping students succeed, and being a leader our communities can relate to and trust.
I would be honored to serve Nevada County in this role.