Superintendency Profiles
Wendy Johnson
Superintendent
Wendy Johnson serves as Superintendent of the Boise School District. With more than 30 years of experience in public education as a teacher, administrator, and superintendent, she is committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed in a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment. She believes strong neighborhood schools are the foundation of thriving communities and is dedicated to working alongside students, families, staff, the Board of Trustees, and community partners to prepare every student for college, career, and citizenship. Guided by the District's mission of Educating Today for a Better Tomorrow, Superintendent Johnson is focused on building upon Boise School District's long tradition of excellence while continuing to innovate on behalf of students and the community. The Boise School Board voted to appoint Wendy Johnson as Superintendent, effective July 1, 2026.
Read Superintendent Johnson's Welcome Message: Welcome Message from Superintendent Wendy Johnson
Nick Smith
Deputy Superintendent of Operations
As Deputy Superintendent of Operations, Mr. Smith is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our Boise School District, including Facilities & Operations, Transportation, Human Resources, Food Service, Safety & Security, Information Technology, and Athletics/Activities. Mr. Smith works closely with other members of our Executive Leadership Council to ensure that our District is running smoothly and efficiently to ensure that the needs of our students, staff and community are being met. In addition, he plays a critical role in developing and implementing policies and procedures related to the operations of our District. The Deputy Superintendent of Operations also serves on our District's Negotiations Team. Overall, the Deputy Superintendent of Operations plays a critical role in ensuring that our District is able to provide a safe and supportive environment for students and staff.