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Board accepts superintendent's summative evaluation amid extended public comment and some dissent
Summary
The Mercer Island School District board accepted Superintendent Fred Rundle's annual summative evaluation after extended public comment that included multiple speakers praising his leadership and at least one board director voting in opposition.
The Mercer Island School District board accepted the superintendent's annual summative evaluation after extended public comment and a divided board vote.
Public comment: the meeting drew a series of public speakers who largely praised Superintendent Fred Rundle's leadership and district initiatives. Parents, volunteers and community organizations highlighted recent programs and pilot work, the district's communications and attention to student supports. Megan Banta, a parent and PTA volunteer, credited the superintendent and staff for launching a dyslexia intervention pilot this year and said, "As a direct result, this year, we have a pilot program running at both Island Park and Northwood Elementaries with 6 classrooms across grades 1, 2, 3, and…
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