Who is running for Superintendent of Public Instruction (California) in 2026?
Here are the candidates for Superintendent of Public Instruction on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for all voters in California.
Positions come only from each candidate's own votes, official actions, statements and questionnaire answers, never from party labels. Every item links to its source.
Sonja Shaw (nonpartisan, ballot designation "School District President") is one of 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Superintendent of Public Instruction1. A full profile is coming.
Richard Barrera (nonpartisan, ballot designation "State Superintendent Advisor") is one of 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Superintendent of Public Instruction1. A full profile is coming.
Last reviewed 2026-10-10. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.