HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. - The Huntington Beach Union High School District (HBUHSD) is thrilled to announce Dr. Morgan Smith as the next Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

Dr. Morgan Smith steps into the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources role after serving two years as the Director of Certificated Human Resources and, most recently, as the interim Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources since July 2026. No stranger to HBUHSD, Dr. Smith also served as principal of Marina High School from 2021 to 2024 and principal of Fountain Valley High School from 2015 to 2021.

As a positive role model and leader in HBUHSD for over ten years, Dr. Smith truly embodies HBUHSD’s student ownership approach. During his tenure in the district, he has spearheaded initiatives to develop Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and significantly expand Career Technical Education pathways, offering greater opportunities for students to take control of their futures through college and career readiness. His commitment to professional development earned him the ACSA California Secondary Principal of the Year award in 2022 and the National Association of Secondary School Principals California Principal of the Year in 2023.

HBUHSD Superintendent Dr. Carolee Ogata shared, “Dr. Morgan Smith is an outstanding leader who truly understands the heart of HBUHSD. Throughout his years in the district, he has built meaningful relationships, supported our staff, and always kept students at the center of his decisions. It’s exciting to see Dr. Smith step into this position, where his integrity, compassion, and positive attitude will continue to inspire those around him.”

HBUHSD is certain that Dr. Smith’s visionary leadership and dedication will contribute to the continued success of the district for years to come.