Yuri Calderon New ED of SSDA

The Small School Districts’ Association (SSDA) announced Tuesday the appointment of Yuri Calderon as its new executive director, effective June 1st.

Calderon, who holds a law degree, brings over 30 years of experience serving public institutions and school districts in California and beyond. His expertise includes fiscal management, crisis and emergency management, collaboration, and team building.

Currently, Calderon serves as the Chief Business Official and General Counsel for the Cold Spring School District. In this role, he has been instrumental in ensuring the district’s fiscal stability and providing legal guidance on various matters.

“I am very excited to have Yuri on board as our next SSDA Executive Director,” said Eric Bonniksen, president of SSDA. “I know under his leadership SSDA will continue to be the foremost association dedicated to students in the State of California.”

Throughout his career, Calderon has served as general and special counsel for numerous school districts, providing strategic legal advice and managing complex negotiations and litigation. He has also led large-scale projects, including multi-million-dollar bond programs for the construction of educational facilities.

The SSDA, which serves the needs and interests of small school districts across California, said Calderon’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as the association looks to navigate future challenges and opportunities.

“SSDA is confident that Calderon’s visionary leadership and comprehensive experience will greatly benefit our member districts, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation, excellence, and strategic growth are at the forefront,” the association said in a statement.