Board gives its interim superintendent a contract through June 2029

What happened

On Dec 10, 2025 the board voted 3-2 to make Gary Rush, who had been interim superintendent, the Superintendent of Schools. His contract runs from Dec 10, 2025 to June 30, 2029. Trustees Nicholson and Pratt voted no. He was sworn in at the meeting.

Why it matters to families

The superintendent runs the schools day to day and leads the state-monitored district's budget and academic plans. A contract this long gives families a steady leader but the split vote shows the board did not agree.

The evidence

Approved minutes of the Dec 10, 2025 regular meeting record the resolution, the 3-2 vote and the oath of office.

The source