Mary Branca ’92 Retires as Whittier School District Superintendent

After serving more than 30 years in education, East Whittier City School District Superintendent Mary Branca ’92 has announced that she will retire at the end of the 2016-2017 academic year. Branca completed her master’s degree and administrative credential at Whittier College. Her career began as a substitute teacher and she later served as a teacher, learning specialist, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent of personnel services, co-superintendent, and finally, superintendent.

 “It has been an absolute honor to serve the children and families of this school district,” Branca said in a recent Whittier Daily News article. “This community has become my family, the place where I raised my children and where I met parents, teachers, staff, administrators, and a board of education dedicated to helping our children success. However, after a long and fulfilling career, I am excited to be able to enjoy more time with my family, including my five grandchildren.”