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Burnsville superintendent announces retirement after six years
Summary
Superintendent Dr. Battle told the District 191 Board of Education on March 13 that she will retire at the end of the 2024–25 school year, prompting praise from board members and a series of acknowledgements of her leadership during the pandemic and referenda campaigns.
Dr. Battle, superintendent of Burnsville Public School District, told the board at its March 13 meeting that she plans to retire at the end of the 2024–25 school year. The announcement came during opening remarks and drew extended thanks from board members, administrators and staff.
The superintendent said the past six years have been “incredibly rewarding” and thanked students, families, executive leadership and colleagues for their support. She noted the district has faced major challenges during her tenure — including pandemic-era responses, school closings and budget reductions — and said she is proud of progress on programming, finances and community relations.
Board members responded with praise and personal remarks. Director Mickelson said, “You’ve been outstanding,” and thanked Dr. Battle for her visible presence in schools. Director Ault called her “genuinely caring” and noted the superintendent’s connection with students and families. Other directors highlighted her role in passing two referendums, securing a legislative exemption, and expanding district pathways.
Several student and community speakers who later presented in the meeting also referenced the superintendent’s emphasis on literacy, AVID implementation and community programs during their reports. The board did not take any formal personnel action at the March 13 meeting; the announcement was informational and provided a timeline for a planned retirement at the end of the school year.
The board did not set a search timeline on the record that night. Dr. Battle closed her remarks by thanking her family and colleagues and describing her service to the district as an honor.
