Thomas Celerier is Cupertino’s eighth Poet Laureate. Thomas is a Cupertino resident and published poet, has shared his love of language both locally and abroad. He launched an international poetry competition with the French Heritage Society and has built a broad social media following that connects readers across cultures. Passionate about mentoring the next generation, Thomas enjoys working with youth and inspiring creative expression. Multilingual and community-focused, he is excited to bring a global perspective and a deep appreciation for the power of poetry to his role as Cupertino’s Poet Laureate

Thomas’ term began January 1, 2026 and will continue through January 31, 2028.