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Seattle school board extends Superintendent Jones' contract through June 30, 2027; consent agenda approved unanimously
Summary
The Seattle School Board on Feb. 12 voted 4–2–1 to extend Superintendent Jones' employment term by one year, and approved the full consent agenda by unanimous voice vote. Directors split on the extension; supporters argued stability will help the district meet newly adopted goals while opponents cited recent contract timing and preferred waiting.
The Seattle School Board voted on Feb. 12 to extend Superintendent Jones’ employment term by one year, setting the contract end date at June 30, 2027.
The motion to extend the superintendent’s term was presented and seconded; the motion passed on a roll call vote of 4 yes, 2 no and 1 abstention. The board recorded the roll call as follows: Director Hersey — aye; Director Mizrahi — aye; Director Rankin — no; Director Sarju — abstain; Vice President Briggs — no; Director Clark — aye; President Toph/Taub — aye. Board materials and the chair’s remarks said the amendment extends the term but does not change other contract provisions.
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