Superintendent Brian Petrie speaks during the Cardington-Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony held June 4.
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Cardington-Lincoln Local Schools Superintendent Brian Petrie announced his resignation to the community at the district school board meeting on Monday, June 26. The resignation will go into effect at the end of the workday on July 31.
In his letter of resignation, Petrie said, “It has been an honor to work for the students, staff, and families of the Cardington-Lincoln School community for the last 21 years.” Petrie added he has been offered and has accepted a position as the director of human resources at Granville Exempted Village Schools, which will allow him to focus simultaneously on family and professional growth.
Last week, Petrie spoke with the Sentinel about some of the accomplishments of his 13 years as district superintendent. At the top of the list, Petrie mentioned the new STNA Program in cooperation with Marion Technical College. He is hopeful it will develop into an LPN nursing program in the future.
He was also pleased to say the district’s graduation rate improved from 85% when he came to the district to 95% this year. Many more courses are also being offered.
Petrie said he came to the district during very difficult financial times, but the district is now in good financial position. “We have a very strong board, and it has been very responsible with taxpayer funds,” he added.
In his letter to the Cardington staff, Petrie said, “I am proud of what we have accomplished through innovation, perseverance, hard work, and caring over the past 21 years here, especially the last 13 as I served as Superintendent. I have made many personal and professional bonds that will never be forgotten here, and I will always wish you the best of health, success, and happiness.”
Petrie said he will be working with the board and administrative team on a transition plan in the next several weeks so the school can best serve the students and community with the least amount of interruption.
Cardington-Lincoln Board of Education President Matt Clinger said of Petrie’s resignation, “On behalf of the board and the district, I would like to thank Mr. Petrie for his 21 years of service to the district and the community as a teacher, principal, and superintendent. We wish Mr. Petrie the best in his future endeavors.
“The Board of Education is committed to a transition that will keep a focus on student learning and efficient school operations. Over the next several weeks, the board will develop a plan to communicate with the staff and community its intentions as to how the transition will take place.”
Alberta Stojkovic is a correspondent for The Morrow County Sentinel.
