Central Valley School Board names Sean McCrory superintendent, approves calendar and contracts

Central Valley School Board members voted Feb. 20 to appoint Sean McCrory as superintendent and approved a slate of routine business including the 2025–26 school calendar, contracts for student services and personnel hires.

The board approved a five-year appointment for Sean McCrory, with employment terms described as to be governed by an agreement to be negotiated between McCrory and the board. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Belcastro and carried unanimously on a voice vote (transcript: "So moved. Second, Mrs. Belcastro. All in favor, say aye. Aye. Opposed the same? Anyone wishing to abstain? Motion carried.").

McCrory addressed the board and community after the vote, thanking the board and district staff and saying he was “truly honored. I’m humbled for being in this position.” He thanked outgoing superintendent Dr. Perry for 13 years of leadership and said, "Central Valley is... part of who I am. I can assure you that you will get my 100% with the students and staff of this school district." (statements from the Feb. 20 meeting.)

Why it matters: The board’s action names the district’s new chief executive and sets the stage for a negotiated employment agreement and the coming school year’s leadership. The meeting also resolved routine fiscal, personnel and program items…