Ukiah High School principal to step down at end of school year

Dr. Analese Alvarez, the principal of Ukiah High School in Ukiah, Calif. Alvarez is stepping down from his post at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The Ukiah Unified School District will begin a search for a new principal by this spring. (Dan Dougherty via Bay City News)

UKIAH, CA., 3/20/26 — Ukiah Unified School District announced Wednesday that Dr. Analese Alvarez, principal of Ukiah High School, will not be returning for the 2026-27 school year as she plans to pursue professional opportunities in Southern California to be closer to family. Alvarez will continue to serve through the end of the school year and will support efforts to ensure a smooth leadership transition.

“Dr. Alvarez has served our students and staff with dedication and professionalism,” said Superintendent Deb Kubin. “We appreciate her commitment to the school community and her continued leadership during this transition period.”