Fillmore Unified School District has selected Cinda Francis as new principal and Erin Sebek as assistant principal of Fillmore High School for the 2025-2026 upcoming school year. Full bios in article.

Fillmore Unified has announced new Principals and assistant principals for multiple school throughout the district, read full bios below and stay tuned next week for two more new additions to Fillmore Unified:

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Cinda Francis Selected New Principal, Fillmore High School

Degrees and Certifications/Credentials:
Bachelor’s Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies, Westmont College
Master’s Degree: Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, Claremont Graduate University
California Credentials: Administrative Services Credential, Single Subject Teaching Credential in Social Science with CLAD authorization

“I am honored to serve as the new Principal of Fillmore High School, beginning next school year. My journey in education spans nearly three decades, all dedicated to serving the students and families of the Fillmore Unified School District since 1998.

My administrative career began in August 2019 when I transitioned to serve as Assistant Principal at Fillmore Middle School. In August 2021, I moved to Fillmore High School as Assistant Principal, and since 2022, I have specialized as the Assistant Principal over Curriculum and Instruction, focusing on academic excellence and instructional innovation.

My foundation in education was built in the classroom as a Social Studies teacher, where I developed a deep understanding of student learning and engagement. I proudly served as the Social Studies Department Chair.

Throughout my career, I have been committed to supporting diverse learners and developing fellow educators. I served as the AVID Coordinator, helping students develop college and career readiness skills. As the English Learner Site Lead, I championed programs to support our multilingual learners. My passion for educator development led me to serve as a New Teacher Mentor and as a PAR (Peer Assisted Review) Support Provider, working with teachers across K-12 to enhance instructional practices.

I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Social Studies from Westmont College, where I developed my foundational knowledge in history, government, and social sciences. Recognizing the importance of educational leadership, I pursued and completed my Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Claremont Graduate University, preparing me for the administrative roles I have embraced.
With nearly 28 years of dedicated service to the Fillmore Unified School District, I bring deep institutional knowledge and an unwavering commitment to student success. I look forward to leading Fillmore High School into its next chapter of excellence in academics, arts, athletics, and activities. Together, we will strengthen our community partnerships and continue building on our proud tradition. Go Flashes!”

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Erin Sebek Selected Assistant Principal, Fillmore High School

Degrees and Certifications/Credentials: Bachelor’s Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – International Relations from the University of California, San Diego

Master’s Degree: Master of Arts in Education from Pepperdine University
Doctorate Degree: Doctorate in Educational Leadership (k-12) from California Lutheran University in progress – expected Spring 2028
California Credentials: Administrative Services Credential; Single Subject Teaching Credential in Social Science with CLAD authorization

Ms. Sebek brings over two decades of exceptional educational leadership to this role, having served the Fillmore Unified School District since 2006. As Fillmore High School Department Chair for Social Studies, she has led a dynamic team of five educators while implementing professional learning communities and innovative curriculum strategies that have elevated student achievement across the department.

A respected educational leader, Ms. Sebek currently serves on Fillmore High School’s Guiding Coalition, where she works on implementing comprehensive Multi-Tier Systems of Support in partnership with Solution Tree. Her commitment to educational excellence earned her recognition as Fillmore High School’s Teacher of the Month in May 2023.

Ms. Sebek’s passion for curriculum development shines through her work designing and implementing instruction for AP Psychology, World History, and AP European History. Her dedication to student success is further demonstrated by her role as AVID Site Coordinator from 2006-2016, which significantly increased Fillmore High School’s acceptance rates to four-year colleges.

Her global perspective was enhanced when she was selected by the Transatlantic Outreach Program to represent California in Germany, bringing international educational insights back to our community.

Currently pursuing her Doctorate in K-12 Educational Leadership at California Lutheran University, Ms. Sebek holds a Master’s in Education from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor’s in Political Science with an emphasis in International Relations from UC San Diego. She has recently completed her Administrative Services Credential and holds certification as a Trauma Informed Specialist.

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“I look forward to building strong relationships with our students, families, and staff. I’m truly proud to be part of the Fillmore Unified family and can’t wait for the great work we’ll do together.”