CONTACT ME:
Sam Buenrostro Ed.D., Superintendent
sbuenrostro@cnusd.k12.ca.us
(951) 736-5010
In October 2020, the Corona-Norco Unified School District Board of Education named Dr. Sam Buenrostro as the new Superintendent. Dr. Buenrostro has served in numerous roles over the past 21 years in CNUSD, including Deputy Superintendent for Instructional Support and Human Resources, and Principal/Assistant Principal of Centennial High. Dr. Buenrostro is active in the community, serving on numerous service club and non-profit boards and has been a resident of Corona for over 30 years.
Dr. Buenrostro is a product of Santa Ana Unified School District and attended Santa Ana High School graduating in 1983. Sam was a Spanish, English as Second Language teacher, and head soccer coach at Santa Ana High School, Riverside Poly High School, and John W. North High School.
In 1991, Sam led Santa Ana High School to a CIF championship and national recognition. During Sam’s tenure, Centennial High School received numerous accolades including numerous CIF Championships, Riverside County Model of Excellence awards, National PLC School distinction, named one of Americas Best High Schools, a California Golden Bell, and the 2009 Corona-Norco and Riverside County Principal of the Year.
He obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Chapman University in 1990, Master’s degree from Cal State San Bernardino, and Doctorate in Organizational Leadership at the University of La Verne (ULV). He has served as senior adjunct professor in the doctoral program for ULV since 2013. Sam is married to Sandra, a Corona High School graduate and personal counselor. They have three children: Eric, Luis, and Samantha, all graduates of CNUSD.
As the new Superintendent, Dr. Buenrostro looks forward to continuing to champion equity, inclusion, and access for all. This is accomplished through our two pillars: Social Emotional Support and Academic Rigor and Relevance. We value innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
CNUSD is proud to offer dynamic educational programs such as Gift and Talented Education (GATE), TK-12 Dual Language Immersion (DLI), Expanded Learning/After School Education, Advanced Via Individual Determination (AVID), Career Technical Education (CTE), Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA), and many more.
CNUSD is focused on providing a quality education for all students within a secure and supportive environment. This past year has brought many obstacles. It is important to recognize the resilience and flexibility of students, staff, and parents. The physical and mental wellbeing of students is paramount, and it guides decision making. Safety will continue to be top priority as CNUSD navigates operating within a global pandemic.