On October 31, during the 2025 North American Division Year-End Meeting, Dr. Ruth Horton, director of education for the Lake Union Conference, was elected to serve as vice president for education for the North American Division.
Horton has faithfully served as an advocate for Christ-centered education, inspiring students, educators and leaders with her passion and commitment to excellence.
Originally from the island of Dominica, she holds an associate of arts in business administration from Caribbean Union College (now University of the Southern Caribbean), a bachelor of arts in English and a master of arts in educational administration from Andrews University, and a doctorate in educational leadership from National-Louis University. Her experience spans all levels of education including public, private, and denominational systems.
Before joining the Lake Union, she served as superintendent of education for the Lake Region and Illinois conferences. Most recently, she has served as director of education for the Lake Union, overseeing PreK through 12th grade programs across the territory.
Reflecting on her new assignment, Horton said, “I’m humbled by the opportunity to serve in this wider field of ministry at the North American Division, continuing a life’s work so precious to me—the education of children and young people who are indispensable assets to God’s kingdom. Throughout my journey, one thing has remained constant: a desire to strengthen the systems and people who pour into our students each day.
She added, "I’m deeply grateful to the Lake Union team and our dedicated educators, and as I continue in this next chapter, my prayer is to help build on the strong foundation of Adventist education so every student may experience a vibrant life with Jesus.”
We are grateful for Dr. Horton’s leadership and pray for God’s continued blessing as she begins this new chapter in ministry.
