James Lane (Virginia)

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James Lane was the Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction. He assumed office on June 1, 2018. He left office on January 3, 2022.

James Lane

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Prior offices
Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction
Predecessor: Steven Constantino


Lane previously served as division superintendent in Chesterfield County, Goochland County and Middlesex County.[1]

Biography

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Dr. Lane earned a bachelor’s degree and a master's degree in teaching from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a master's degree in school administration from North Carolina State University, and a doctorate in education from the University of Virginia. His career experience includes working as a superintendent.[1]

Education

  • Bachelor's degree, teaching, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Master's degree, teaching, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Master's degree, school administration, North Carolina State University
  • Ed.D., education, University of Virginia

Political career

Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction (2018 - 2022)

Lane assumed the statewide office of superintendent of public instruction on June 1, 2018.[1]

About the office

The Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction is an appointed position in the Virginia state government. The superintendent is the chief education officer in the commonwealth and serves as secretary of the Board of Education.

Appointments

2018

Lane was first appointed superintendent of public instruction by Gov. Ralph Northam on June 1, 2018.[1]

Recent news

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Footnotes

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Political offices
Preceded by
Steven Constantino
Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction
2018-2022
Succeeded by
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