Dublin school board promotes Haar to assistant superintendent

Curtis Haar, a longtime district employee, will succeed Matt Campbell as the assistant superintendent of educational services.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:50pm

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The Dublin school district has named Curtis Haar, the current director of TK-12 education, as its next assistant superintendent of educational services, effective in July. Haar has been with the district for 20 years, starting as a teacher and working his way up to various leadership roles.

Why it matters

The appointment of Haar as assistant superintendent comes as the district is also transitioning to a new superintendent, with Matt Campbell set to replace the retiring Chris Funk. Haar's promotion signals continuity in the district's educational leadership as it navigates this change in top administration.

The details

Haar began working at Dublin Unified School District 20 years ago as a teacher at Nielsen Elementary School. He went on to work at other schools in the district and a neighboring district before returning to DUSD as director of educational services. The board unanimously agreed to appoint Haar to the assistant superintendent position, effective July 1, at their March 10 regular meeting.

  • Haar's appointment as assistant superintendent is effective July 1, 2026.
  • The board is set to consider Matt Campbell's superintendent contract at its meeting on April 14, 2026.

The players

Curtis Haar

The director of TK-12 education at Dublin Unified School District who has been promoted to assistant superintendent of educational services, effective July 1, 2026.

Matt Campbell

The incoming superintendent of Dublin Unified School District, set to replace the retiring Chris Funk.

Chris Funk

The retiring superintendent of Dublin Unified School District.

Kristin Speck

The president of the Dublin Unified School District Board of Trustees.

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What they’re saying

“I am both humbled and honored for this incredible opportunity. I would like to thank the Board of Trustees and executive cabinet for your confidence and trust.”

— Curtis Haar, Incoming Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services

“The moment that I met him, I realized that he was special. I don't think that I've ever really met an educator that cares as deeply.”

— Matt Campbell, Incoming Superintendent

“When I was appointed the superintendent for next year, I knew that there was going to be one person that I wanted to be next to me and that was Curtis Haar.”

— Matt Campbell, Incoming Superintendent

What’s next

The Dublin Unified School District Board of Trustees is set to consider Matt Campbell's superintendent contract at its meeting on April 14, 2026.

The takeaway

Haar's promotion to assistant superintendent signals continuity in the district's educational leadership as it transitions to a new superintendent. His deep experience and commitment to the district make him well-positioned to support the incoming superintendent and maintain the district's educational priorities.