Christopher Hollister, Ed.D.
Claremont,CA
Summary
Proven educational leader will bring results-driven administrative experiences to lead the Teaching and Learning Division of the Fontana Unified School District focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. Will remove barriers and provide supports to foster literacy and learning to enable students to achieve their college and career dreams and become contributing members of the local community.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal, Henry J. Kaiser High School
Fontana Unified School District
05.2023 - Current
Areas of Responsibility:
- Instructional leader of a comprehensive high school
- Maintain safety, order, care, and pride on campus
- Oversee maintenance of school facilities and grounds
- Foster a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents
- Manage budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives
Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
07.2016 - 02.2023
Areas of Responsibility:
- Revamped all district alternative schools and programs
- Coordinated district mental health services and suicide prevention programs
- Created intensive intervention programs districtwide
- Lead writer 2023 district Local Control and Accountability Plan
- Prepared and presented agenda items for approval by Board of Trustees
- Presented progress towards district goals to all educational partners
- Managed outreach services for at-promise youth and low-income families
- Oversaw services for students with disabilities and English learners
- Supervised career readiness, dual enrollment, family and community engagement initiatives
Executive Director of Achievement
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
07.2012 - 06.2016
Areas of Responsibility:
- Managed all alternative schools and programs
- Homeless and Foster Youth Liaison
- Created districtwide intervention programs
- Facilitated common core development and implementation
Principal, Los Osos High School
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
07.2006 - 06.2012
See Areas of Responsibility (above)
Assistant Principal, Chaffey/Los Osos High Schools
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
07.2001 - 06.2006
Areas of Responsibility:
- Evaluated instructional programs
- Coordinated campus safety program and administered student discipline program
- Created and maintained master schedule
- Facilitated student award and recognition programs
Assistant Principal, Las Palmas Intermediate
Covina Valley Unified School District
07.2000 - 06.2001
See Areas of Responsibility (above)
Student Activities Advisor, Northview High School
Covina Valley Unified School District
07.1995 - 06.2000
Areas of Responsibility:
- Coordinated campus activities, rallies, and assemblies
- Oversaw operation of student government program
- Maintained student store and ASB budgets
- Served as Assistant Athletic Director
- Planned athletic financial and crowd control arrangements
Language Arts Instructor, Covina High School
Covina Valley Unified School District
09.1991 - 06.1995
Areas of Responsibility:
- Effectively taught all high school grade levels
- Instructed honors, college preparatory, and remedial courses
- Served as Head Coach for athletic teams
Education
Doctor of Education -
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05.2019
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA07.1998
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA08.1991
Professional Clear Administrative Credential
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CAProfessional Clear Single Subject Credential
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CAAccomplishments
Fontana USD - Henry J. Kaiser High School
- Improved campus climate resulting in improved relations between school administration, certificated/classified staff, students, and parents
- Improved CAASPP and CAST test scores in English, Math, and Science
- Decreased student suspensions by more than 50%
- Achieved highest student attendance rates of all Fontana high schools
- Re-started and re-branded two CTE Pathways
- Co-presented and led 4-module Social Justice initiative for all staff
- Created the Kaiser Community AAPAC (including parents and staff from local partner schools)
- Completed the National Institute for School Leaders (NISL) program through the National Center on Education and the Economy (NCEE)
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
- Personal efforts resulted in more than 40% growth in district UC/CSU A-G completion rates
- Helped increase district freshmen success rates by more than 50%
- Mentored principals, assistant principals, and district leaders to close achievement gaps
- Created Community Mental Health Task Force to coordinate regional services, prevent suicide, and promote positive mental health
- Worked to provide outreach services, including emergency food, clothing, and hygienic items to low-income families
- Led efforts to establish Los Osos High School serving as the assistant principal/principal during formative years
- Established the Chaffey District Online High School
- Screen, advise, and monitor all district COVID-19 infections
Timeline
Principal, Henry J. Kaiser High School
Fontana Unified School District
05.2023 - Current
Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
07.2016 - 02.2023
Executive Director of Achievement
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
07.2012 - 06.2016
Principal, Los Osos High School
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
07.2006 - 06.2012
Assistant Principal, Chaffey/Los Osos High Schools
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
07.2001 - 06.2006
Assistant Principal, Las Palmas Intermediate
Covina Valley Unified School District
07.2000 - 06.2001
Student Activities Advisor, Northview High School
Covina Valley Unified School District
07.1995 - 06.2000
Language Arts Instructor, Covina High School
Covina Valley Unified School District
09.1991 - 06.1995
Doctor of Education -
University of Southern California
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Professional Clear Administrative Credential
Azusa Pacific University
Professional Clear Single Subject Credential
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona