Superintendent's Office

Joanna Wexler, Ph.D.

Dr. Joanna Wexler began serving as CBSD's superintendent in July 2026 and brings 29 years of experience in public education to the district.

As the assistant superintendent at Great Valley School District since 2020, Dr. Wexler oversaw major components of the district’s human resources systems, including recruitment, evaluation, labor relations, and contract negotiations. She also played a lead role in implementing the realignment of Great Valley’s elementary and middle schools, has extensive experience with Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and other instructional frameworks, and served as GV’s Title IX coordinator. 

Prior to becoming assistant superintendent, Dr. Wexler served as director of special education and student services in Great Valley for six years, where she led districtwide programs supporting students with diverse learning needs. During that time, she implemented evidence-based initiatives such as the Wilson Reading System, developed the Language for Learning early literacy program, helped implement the PREPARE crisis response model, oversaw the Safe2Say program, and restructured special education staffing and gifted support services to improve outcomes. 

Dr. Wexler began her career in education in 1997 as a teacher assistant of specialized instruction at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. She later served as a school psychologist and student services leader in several Pennsylvania districts, including Exeter Township Area School District, Souderton Area School District, and Lower Merion School District. Dr. Wexler has also taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels.   

Dr. Wexler earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Ursinus College, a Master of Education and Ph.D. from Temple University, and a Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility from Immaculata University.