Eureka (Aug. 25, 2026) – Humboldt County Superintendent of Schools Michael Davies-Hughes has been elected President-Elect of the California County Superintendents (CCS) for the 2026-2027 term.
CCS represents California’s 58 county superintendents of schools and advocates for high-quality public education for the state’s 5.4 million students, while supporting collaboration and leadership across the state’s education system.
Davies-Hughes was appointed Humboldt County Superintendent of Schools in 2021 and subsequently elected in 2022 and 2026. He has dedicated more than 25 years to serving students, families, and schools in Humboldt County, holding leadership roles in both the McKinleyville Union School District and Eureka City Schools before assuming his current position.
“I am honored by the confidence my colleagues have placed in me,” said Davies-Hughes. “County superintendents play a unique role in supporting students, schools, and communities across California. I look forward to working alongside educational leaders throughout the state to advocate for students, share innovative practices, and help ensure every child has access to a high-quality education.”
Outside of his professional role, Davies-Hughes is known for combining his passion for cycling with fundraising efforts that benefit children and families. Through endurance cycling events, he has raised tens of thousands of dollars for educational and charitable causes, including HCOE’s Early Literacy Partners Program and Hopecam.
Davies-Hughes and his wife, Tami, have been married for more than 27 years and are the proud parents of three adult children who attended local public schools. They remain active supporters of local community programs through volunteer service.
Davies-Hughes will assume the role of President of the California County Superintendents on July 1, 2027. He will be the first Humboldt County Superintendent of Schools to serve in this role since Dr. Louis Bucher, who served in 1988.
For more information, please visit www.hcoe.org/superintendent or https://www.cacountysupts.org/ or contact Stacy Young, Community Outreach and Engagement Director, HCOE outreach@hcoe.org or 707-445-7024.