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Beloit board accepts superintendent Willie Garrison’s resignation, 4–2 vote
Summary
The School District of Beloit Board accepted Superintendent Willie E. Garrison II’s resignation effective Dec. 31, 2025, after an executive session; the roll‑call vote passed 4–2. The board also waived the annual superintendent evaluation as unnecessary due to the resignation.
The School District of Beloit Board of Education on Oct. 7 accepted the resignation of Superintendent Dr. Willie E. Garrison II effective Dec. 31, 2025, following a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters. The motion to accept the resignation passed on a roll‑call vote, 4–2.
The vote: Carol Fox — Aye; Megan Miller — Nay; Brian Nichols — Aye; Tom Hankins — Aye; Amy Levy — Nay; Tia Johnson — Aye. The board then voted unanimously to waive policy 2‑25 and omit completion of the annual superintendent evaluation on the basis that it was unnecessary given the resignation.
Context and statement: The board convened to closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85 to discuss personnel and a pending DNR soil contamination suit, then reconvened in open session to take action. The board read a joint statement announcing acceptance of Dr. Garrison’s resignation, quoting him: “It has been an honor to serve as superintendent of the School District of Beloit,” and noting mutual respect in the departure. Board President Tia Johnson thanked him and said the board will begin the process of identifying the next superintendent in the coming weeks.
What trustees said: The transcript records the roll‑call votes and the joint statement read publicly. Trustees also approved standard employment recommendations (Exhibit A) during the meeting; payroll staff will confirm precise interim‑principal dates mentioned in Exhibit A.
Next steps: The board stated it will begin the superintendent search process and ensure a smooth transition through Dec. 31, 2025. The board did not, during the public portion of the Oct. 7 meeting, release terms of any resignation agreement beyond the effective date. Any search timeline and process will be announced separately by the board.
