Superintendent

Dr. Heather Golly has devoted her 29 years in education to creating conditions for transformative educational experiences and access to high quality teaching and learning for all students. For the past three years, she has dedicated herself to the role of Executive Director of Educational Services and Student Services at Bonsall Unified School District. Prior to that she served as both an Assistant Principal and Principal, International Baccalaureate Coordinator, and Extended Learning Instructor for California State University San Marcos. Her 17 years as a classroom teacher greatly influenced Dr. Golly’s commitment to fostering a positive and cooperative school climate in which all students can thrive.

Dr. Heather Golly has extensively collaborated with BUSD students, teachers, parents, community members, and staff to design the BUSD Framework for the Future. This framework defines the vision, mission, values, and learner profile that serve as BUSD’s North Star. Dr. Golly is passionate in supporting Bonsall’s vision that all students engage in rigorous and relevant learning experiences that inspire them to be productive community members and future-ready, lifelong learners.

Dr. Heather Golly states, “I am thrilled and honored to serve as the Superintendent for the amazing Bonsall Unified School District community. Our educators are incredibly talented and committed, our community members are deeply involved, and there is a wonderful, close-knit family feel, filled with pride. Together, we will continue to build on our successes and ensure the best possible outcomes for our students.”

Additional biographical information about Dr. Heather Golly

As the daughter of a U.S. Naval officer, Dr. Golly experienced the pros and cons of different educational systems across the United States. Now in Bonsall, she is thrilled to work in an environment that fosters inclusive and personalized experiences for all learners. As the mother of two sons, Liam (22) and Brian (19), she understands the importance of supporting each child’s emotional, social, and academic development. She and her husband Sean, both proud UC San Diego alumni, are delighted their children have followed the Triton tradition. Liam just graduated and Brian will be a junior in the fall. Dr. Golly currently resides in San Marcos with her husband Sean. She enjoys disc golf, pickleball, and Broadway musicals with her family.