Board acknowledges resignation letter from trustee Kathleen Walsh, cites family illness
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Summary
Trustee Kathleen Walsh submitted her resignation citing family illness; the board read her letter aloud, expressed appreciation and support, and said they will keep her in their thoughts.
The Board of Education read a resignation letter from Kathleen (Kathy) Walsh during the June 11 meeting. Board staff said Walsh is in Florida with her family and asked that the letter be read aloud to the trustees.
The letter, read into the record, states: “It is with great gratitude and reflection that I submit my resignation from the Middle Country Central District Board of Education… At this time, I need to step away from my role in order to tend to pressing family matters related to illness.” The transcript contains the full text the board member read.
Board members responded with statements of support. The board chair (reading on behalf of Walsh) said the resignation is received “with sadness” and that trustees understand and support Walsh’s decision. The chair asked the community to keep Walsh and her family in their thoughts and prayers.
The transcript records condolences and expressions of gratitude for Walsh’s service; it does not show a separate formal motion recorded in the minutes during the June 11 session accepting the resignation beyond the reading and public recognition.
Why it matters: Walsh served on the board and was noted in the meeting for volunteer and community activities; her resignation reduces the board roster and will require follow-up on vacancy procedures and any interim appointment or special-election process the district uses.
