Dr. Joy Mahdesian obtained her BA and MA degrees from California State University, Northridge. Her doctorate degree is from the University of Southern California.  She is a twenty year superintendent. In addition, Dr. Mahdesian has been a teacher, reading specialist, coordinator, assistant principal and principal. Dr. Mahdesian is a member of the CSBA Superintendents Committee and Legal Alliance Board of Directors.  Dr. Mahdesian is part of the California School Business Officials Strategic Planning Team. She is dedicated to learning and teaching.