Cynthia M LeBlanc - Our Board of Directors

Biographical Info

A renowned educator, Cynthia LeBlanc, Ed.D served as a teacher, principal, central office administrator, and superintendent for 36 years in several California Bay Area public schools. She retired from the West Contra Costa Unified School District in 2006. Cynthia LeBlanc, Ed.D is a native Californian and a resident of Richmond for thirty years.

After receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Holy Names College, she received a Master’s Degree in Education from San Francisco State and a Doctorate Degree in Education, with a focus on Organization and Leadership, from the University of San Francisco.

Cynthia LeBlanc, Ed. D. has been a volunteer for the American Cancer Society for over 30 years and has served in various capacities at the local, state and national levels. From 2011-2012, Cynthia LeBlanc, Ed. D was the chair of the National Governing Board of the American Cancer Society, becoming the first African American woman to serve in this position. She is currently Chair of RCF Connects (Richmond Community Foundation) Board and former President of the Oncology Nurses Foundation. She has also served on several other boards including  Girls Inc., West Contra Costa County, AIDS Project of the East Bay, Presentation High School Board.  

Cynthia LeBlanc, Ed. D is active in her church community where she serves as a Proclaimer, member of the Health Cabinet, and Strategic Planning Committee. She is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Association of California School Administrators, and Black Women Organized for Political Action.

Cynthia LeBlanc, Ed. D has received numerous awards and commendations for her leadership and community involvement.