EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. (October 13, 2023) – In a recent special meeting held on September 26, the Black Oak Mine Unified School District (BOMUSD) Board of Trustees appointed David Publicover as the interim superintendent of the district, following Superintendent Jeremy Meyers’ departure for a new opportunity with the Sacramento County Office of Education. This significant change marks a transitional phase for BOMUSD, and the district’s Board of Trustees has selected the El Dorado County Office of Education to spearhead the search for a new superintendent.
Jeremy Meyers’ Legacy:
Jeremy Meyers has played a pivotal role in the BOMUSD since 2016 when he assumed the newly created position of superintendent for the district and also served as the principal of Golden Sierra High School. In 2022, he dedicated himself full-time to his superintendent role, while Ron Morris assumed the principalship. Darcy Knight, a board member, paid tribute to Meyers, describing him as
“conscientious, goal-oriented, meticulous, student-centered, director, problem solver, visionary, and the list goes on and on. Jeremy has been all of these and so much more”
She highlighting his unwavering commitment to keeping students’ needs at the forefront.
Meyers, in response, expressed his gratitude, stating,
“It has been my privilege to serve as your superintendent for going on eight years now, and I am very proud of all that we have accomplished together.”
David Publicover “Comes Home” as Interim Superintendent:
David Publicover, the newly appointed interim superintendent, “comes home” to the BOMUSD, starting his career in 1989 as an eighth-grade English teacher at Georgetown School. His journey within the district includes roles as a mentor, assistant principal, and director of Educational Services. Subsequently, he transitioned to the El Dorado County Office of Education, where he served for 14 years as the executive director of the Charter Alternative Programs. While retiring in 2020, Publicover continued to provide valuable support on educational projects.
Publicover acknowledged Meyers’ departure, expressing his well-wishes, saying,
“Though I am sad to see Jeremy leave, I wish him well on his new endeavor and know he will continue to provide outstanding leadership.”
He also conveyed his enthusiasm to support BOMUSD students, parents, and staff during this transition to a permanent superintendent.
As BOMUSD enters a new phase with David Publicover as interim superintendent, the district remains committed to providing a quality education for its students and will be working closely with the El Dorado County Office of Education to find a suitable candidate for the permanent superintendent role. We will continue to follow this transition and bring you updates on the developments in this educational community.
