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Miami-Dade School Board names 2 finalists for district’s next superintendent
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jayme Berezdivin , WSVN 7 News
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
The Miami-Dade School Board has chosen the two finalists to become the district’s next superintendent. Broward Schools human resource chief Ernie Lozano and Miami-Dade south region Superintendent Rafael Villalobos were chosen among the finalists. One will be chosen at the end of the month to replace
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Key takeaway Broward Schools human resource chief Ernie Lozano and Miami-Dade south region Superintendent Rafael Villalobos were chosen among the finalists.
Why this matters in The Miami
The selection of the next superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools will have a significant impact on the education of over 300,000 students in the county. As the school board prepares to make its final decision, the community will be watching closely to see how the new leader will address the unique challenges faced by the district, including the need to support students from diverse Latin American and Caribbean backgrounds. The new superintendent will also need to navigate the complexities of managing a large and diverse school system, with schools located in neighborhoods such as Little Havana, Wynwood, and Miami Beach. With the current superintendent's contract ending in February, the transition will need to be smooth to ensure continuity and stability for students, teachers, and staff. The school board's decision will set the tone for the future of education in Miami-Dade County.
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Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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What is this story about? The Miami-Dade School Board has chosen the two finalists to become the district’s next superintendent. Broward Schools human resource chief Ernie Lozano and Miami-Dade south region Superintendent Rafael Villalobos were chosen among the finalists. One will be chosen at the end of the month to replace
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