Charles Menoher, Ed.D


Appointed: March 2003

Charlie is almost a lifelong resident of Shasta County. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the Youth Violence Prevention Council of Shasta County and on the board of PlusONE Mentors, Inc. He is an associate faculty member at National University, Redding. He has an extensive background in education, as a teacher, principal, school district superintendent, and, most recently, he served two consecutive terms as Shasta County Superintendent of Schools. In that role, he had the opportunity to increase his knowledge and appreciation for early childhood issues and programs while working with the Early Childhood Services department of the Shasta County Office of Education. Charlie has been an active member of a long list of community service organizations and was the recipient of the 2001 Social Justice Award from the Shasta County Citizens Against Racism. In addition to his professional pursuits, he is currently a mentor to three brothers and their cousin.

"Reducing the developmental assaults on our children and increasing the resources and support that surround them is critical to their success in school and their quality of life," says Charlie. He believes that "the Shasta Children and Families First Commission is a prime player in this important work."