OPA-South Orange County is excited to announce that Mr. Bryan Rechtien was named Chancellor!
Over his 25-year career in education, including the last nine years with OPA, Mr. Rechtien has served in various roles such as School Site Council member, 504 Coordinator, and Intervention Coordinator. Most recently, he has served as Dean at the OPA-Middle School. Many families at OPA-SOC already know Mr. Rechtien from his time as a Professor and Intervention Coordinator at SOC before moving to the Middle School.
Mr. Rechtien was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. After earning a Bachelor's Degree in Education from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, he embarked on a teaching career that took him to Missouri, Nevada, and California. Driven by a passion for leadership in education, he pursued a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of Phoenix. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys traveling the world and exploring new cuisines.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Rechtien back to OPA-South Orange County!