Who We Are
SchoolsRule Sonoma County was launched by Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Amie Carter in November 2023 as a community effort to support all public students in the region. The initiative is housed in the Sonoma County Office of Education.
SchoolsRule partners with dozens of local education foundations serving Sonoma County students, as well as school districts without such organizations, to support essential classroom programs. It held its first distribution in September 2024.
The initiative is modeled after SchoolsRule-Marin, which has been at the forefront of fundraising for public education for more than a decade. Local business and community leaders help fuel SchoolsRule Sonoma County’s work in our schools.
SchoolsRule unites people from all corners of Sonoma County in a shared commitment to support our students, teachers, and schools. Together, we are breaking down barriers to ensure our students have access to vital programs, resources, and opportunities that enrich their education and deepen their learning, regardless of where they live or go to school.
Dr. Amie Carter, Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools
VISION: Every public school student in Sonoma County has access to enriching learning opportunities through SchoolsRule Sonoma County. We are supported by a strong network of community ambassadors and business partners committed to sustaining long-term educational enrichment, with a focus in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics), literacy, student well-being, and hospitality & agriculture.
MISSION: We believe every student deserves the chance to reach their fullest potential. SchoolsRule Sonoma County partners with businesses and community organizations to expand learning opportunities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics), literacy, student well-being, and hospitality & agriculture, while also strengthening local education foundations. Together, we’re ensuring every child can thrive, no matter where they live.