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Superintendent McManus announces retirement at end of school year, cites family reasons; board thanks her for five years of service
Summary
Superintendent Tricia McManus told the board she will retire at the end of the school year to focus on family, including helping her daughter and grandson; she summarized district accomplishments during her tenure and received public thanks from board members.
Superintendent Tricia McManus announced at the April 22 meeting that she will retire at the end of the school year to focus on family responsibilities, including supporting her daughter and grandson.
McManus described the decision as "with a heavy heart" but said she wants to be present for her family after five years leading Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. She recounted accomplishments during her tenure, including the district—s highest graduation rate in district history, gains in AP participation, growth in credential attainment and expanded mental-health and alternative-discipline supports. McManus also cited partnerships with community organizations, grant awards and policy updates among district achievements.
Board members praised McManus for her leadership. Board Member Watts called her "the epitome of servant leadership," and other trustees offered thanks and well wishes. McManus said students would remain her focus through her final day and that she intends to support work already underway, including school rebuilds and strategic initiatives.
No personnel action was taken at the meeting; the board and superintendent discussed transition planning and thanked McManus for her service.
