The Eugene 4J School District announced the selection of Dr. Miriam Miralles Mickelson as the district’s next superintendent at their April 2 board meeting.
The announcement follows a months-long search and selection process by the board.
Mickelson, who most recently served as a superintendent of the Sedro-Woolley School District in Washington, has over two decades of experience as a teacher, high school principal and executive director.
“I am deeply honored to join Eugene School District 4J,” Mickelson said. “Public education changed the course of my life, and I carry that responsibility and privilege with me into this role.”
Mickelson was born in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States at the age 22. She earned her doctorate in educational leadership from Seattle Pacific University.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Mickelson to 4J,” Board Chair Jenny Jonak said. “She brings a wealth of professional and life experience and a heart centered on students.”
Mickelson will be 4J School District’s fourth superintendent since 2020 and will officially begin her tenure on July 1, 2025.
