Superintendent

Dr. Suzanne West joined the Forest Grove School District on July 1, 2024.

Dr. West is an experienced educator with a rich background, including time serving as the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Director of Elementary Curriculum & Instruction in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Additionally, she served as the Director of Technology and Innovation in the Sherwood School District. West has also spent time as a teacher, an assistant principal, and principal at the elementary and middle school levels.

"So much excites me about the Forest Grove School District. I believe that Forest Grove is a special community with a strong commitment to its schools," remarked Dr. West. "I am eager to visit classrooms, and work with my new colleagues and the community to continue the good work already underway and build on the strengths of the district."

Additionally, Dr. West shared, "Being new to Forest Grove, my highest priority is to learn as much as possible as rapidly as possible about the good work taking place in our schools and district. Meeting the students, staff, and families that support our schools is an equally high priority, as is forming strong partnerships with parents, community organizations, and local businesses. In these first several months, I want to see and hear what is working well, what people are proud of within FGSD, and what students, families, staff, and the community aspire to.

Dr. West earned her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from George Fox University. She earned her Doctorate of Education at University of Oregon.