Get to Know Amie
LEADING WITH VISION
Meet Amie Carter, Ed.D., the Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools. As the first woman, and the first known LGBTQ+ person to hold this elected position, her vision centers are ensuring schools are places where every learner is physically and emotionally safe and where every learner has equitable access to high-quality education. Taking office on January 3, 2023,
A longtime Petaluma resident, Dr. Carter brings decades of leadership experience, having served as Assistant Superintendent for both the Marin County Office of Education and Novato Unified School District, as well as Principal at Rancho Cotate High School and Thomas Page Academy. A former high school English teacher and language acquisition instructor, she is deeply committed to educational excellence and innovation.
SERVING WITH HEART
Dr. Carter leads with a spirit of collaboration, building strong partnerships across communities, schools, and families to create lasting, positive change. She knows that real progress happens when diverse voices come together with shared purpose. Through her commitment to safety, access, and opportunity, she works every day to strengthen Sonoma County’s schools and empower the next generation to succeed and lead.
"Children are at the center of everything I do. Every policy, every initiative, every decision must ask first: "Is this best for our kids?" I believe that when we lift up our children — academically, emotionally, and socially — we are investing in a brighter future for all. My mission is to ensure that every child feels seen, supported, and inspired to reach their fullest potential."
My key priorities focus on diversifying the educator workforce, expanding opportunities for all students, and advocating for increased funding to secure a brighter future for Sonoma County schools.
My family has been my foundation — teaching me the importance of hard work, compassion, and perseverance. These values guide every decision I make. I understand firsthand the dreams parents hold for their children, because I share those same dreams: that every child will have the opportunity to succeed, no matter their background or circumstances.
