Joint boards extend David Baker as superintendent for another year

What happened

The Cornish and Plainfield boards approved removing the “interim” designation from David Baker’s title and extending his superintendent contract for one year. He will continue serving both districts under the approved extension.

Why it matters to families

This moves the shared superintendent role beyond its interim status and provides leadership continuity while the districts prepare budgets and consider a possible cooperative district.

The evidence

Draft joint-board minutes from November 9, 2026, record an approved motion to remove “interim” from Dr. Baker’s title and extend his superintendent contract for one year.

The source