Superintendent's Office

The Office of the Superintendent provides leadership and direction for Banning Unified School District in support of the District’s mission to Prepare, Inspire, and Educate every student. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, District leadership, school sites, families, and community partners, the office supports Districtwide priorities and helps ensure clear communication, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Terrence Davis serves as Superintendent of Banning Unified School District, leading the District’s efforts to strengthen student achievement, support safe and healthy learning environments, and deepen engagement with families and the community.

His leadership is centered on clear expectations, strong relationships, and measurable progress. Superintendent Davis works alongside students, families, staff, and community partners to build effective systems that support educators and ensure students are challenged, supported, and prepared for success in college, career, and life.

His approach reflects a commitment to collaboration, transparency, and consistent follow-through as the District works to create meaningful opportunities for every student.

Areas of Focus

The Office of the Superintendent provides leadership and coordination across key areas that support the District’s direction, governance, communication, student voice, and organizational culture. Explore the areas below to learn more about this work.

District Direction & Governance

The Office of the Superintendent provides executive leadership to ensure the District remains focused on its commitments to students, families, staff, and the community. This includes supporting the Board of Trustees, establishing Districtwide priorities, and coordinating the work of District leadership.

Mission & Vision

The District’s mission and vision establish the foundation for our work and define our commitment to students. The Superintendent works with the Board of Trustees and District leadership to ensure decisions, priorities, and initiatives remain aligned with this shared direction.

District Goals

The District Goals establish key priorities for improving outcomes and experiences for students and families. The Superintendent provides leadership and accountability around these goals while working with District and school leaders to monitor progress and maintain a consistent focus on continuous improvement.

Board of Trustees & Governance

The Superintendent works closely with the Board of Trustees to support effective governance. The Office of the Superintendent helps coordinate Board-related operations, communication, agenda development, and implementation of Board direction.

Student Board Member

The Student Board Member brings student perspective directly into the District’s governance process. The Office of the Superintendent supports the Student Board Member in participating in Board meetings, engaging with District leadership, and representing the experiences and perspectives of Banning Unified students.

Executive & District Coordination

The Superintendent works closely with Cabinet, District departments, and school leadership to maintain alignment across the organization. This coordination helps translate District priorities into action and supports consistent implementation across schools and departments.

Strategic Communication & Community

Strong public schools depend on strong relationships with the people and communities they serve. The Office of the Superintendent supports strategic communication and engagement efforts that promote transparency, strengthen public trust, and create meaningful connections between the District and community.

Strategic Communication

Strategic communication ensures students, families, employees, and the community have access to timely, accurate, and accessible District information. The Superintendent’s Office supports coordinated messaging, public information, media relations, and Districtwide communication around important initiatives and priorities.

Community Engagement & Partnerships

The District works collaboratively with families, community organizations, businesses, government agencies, and other partners to expand opportunities and resources for students. The Superintendent’s Office helps cultivate and strengthen partnerships that support both District and community priorities.

Districtwide Theme & Culture

Districtwide themes help establish a shared focus and reinforce the culture we seek to build across Banning Unified. Through themes such as We Are Banning and From Belonging to Impact, the District celebrates connection, shared responsibility, and the collective work of students, staff, families, and the community.

Student Leadership & Voice

The Office of the Superintendent creates opportunities for students to engage directly with District leadership, develop leadership skills, and contribute their perspectives to conversations about their schools and educational experiences.

Superintendent’s Student Leadership Council

The Superintendent’s Student Leadership Council (SSLC) brings together student representatives to engage directly with the Superintendent and District leadership. Council members share student perspectives, discuss District initiatives, and help strengthen communication between students and District decision-makers.

Superintendent’s Little Leaders

Superintendent’s Little Leaders introduces younger students to leadership, service, and District engagement. The initiative creates age-appropriate opportunities for students to connect with the Superintendent, develop confidence, and understand how they can positively contribute to their school community.

Staff Leadership & District Culture

The Office of the Superintendent supports opportunities that bring employees and District leaders together around shared goals, organizational priorities, and the culture of Banning Unified School District.

All-Staff Welcome Back

The annual All-Staff Welcome Back brings District employees together at the beginning of the school year to reconnect, celebrate the work of our employees, and establish a shared focus for the year ahead. The event provides an opportunity for the Superintendent to communicate District priorities and reinforce the collective role employees play in serving students.

Leadership Symposium

The Leadership Symposium brings District and school leaders together for focused learning, collaboration, and strategic planning. The symposium supports leadership development while creating dedicated time to align around District priorities, strengthen organizational practices, and prepare leaders to support their teams effectively.

Contact the Office

For questions, assistance, or information related to the Office of the Superintendent, please contact:

Banning Unified School District
Office of the Superintendent
161 W. Williams Street
Banning, CA 92220

Phone: 951-922-0200
Email: evalencia@banning.k12.ca.us

Office of the Superintendent Team

The Office of the Superintendent team supports the day-to-day work of the Superintendent, Districtwide communication and community engagement, Board and executive operations, and coordination with schools, departments, families, and community partners.

Superintendent's Office

Provides executive and administrative support to the Superintendent and assists with the coordination of Superintendent and Board-related operations, correspondence, scheduling, and District business.

Communications & Community Engagement Department

Supports District communications, media and public relations, community engagement, strategic messaging, and communication initiatives on behalf of the Office of the Superintendent.

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