Dr. Frann Wageneck Returns to Lead Royals

San Marcos High School just welcomed back its own alumna, Dr. Frann Wageneck, as the new Athletic Director — a move that’s electrifying the school community. Graduating in 1984, Wageneck spent her entire career in the Santa Barbara Unified School District, rising from coach to assistant superintendent before retiring in 2022. Since then, she’s stayed active coaching school leaders and championing mental health initiatives — quieter, but deeply personal work. Her return is a major win for San Marcos, with Principal Dare Holdren praising her leadership and passion for the school. Wageneck’s mission? To build identity, resilience, and friendships through athletics, ensuring every student-athlete feels seen and supported. She’s quick to credit the current coaching staff and athletes for San Marcos’ stellar record — including 12 Channel League titles last year and 12 straight championship years. Her focus now? Sustaining that winning culture and empowering the Royals to keep soaring. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/19414c74299e4bdb