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Superintendent announces Dr. Bacon’s resignation; district begins search and transition planning
Summary
Superintendent Miss Angelakis told the school committee Dec. 12 that Dr. Bacon will resign effective Jan. 3; the district has scheduled multi‑round interviews for the superintendent vacancy, with 21 applicants and a panel including principals and union representation.
Swampscott — Superintendent Miss Angelakis informed the School Committee on Dec. 12 that Dr. Bacon has told district leaders she will resign to pursue other opportunities, with a final day of Jan. 3.
“Doctor Bacon did inform me in early fall that, she would be resigning from her position and moving on to new opportunities,” Miss Angelakis said, announcing the planned transition and thanking Dr. Bacon for leadership since 2019.
The committee was briefed on search and transition steps. The district received 21 applicants for the anticipated opening; the superintendent said eight candidates stood out and first‑round interviews are scheduled for the week following the meeting. Interview panels for the first round will include Principals (listed in the transcript) and Rebecca Buckland, identified as president of the union, with final rounds conducted by the superintendent and the incoming interim lead.
Miss Angelakis described internal redistribution of responsibilities during the transition: principals and other senior staff have taken on portions of Dr. Bacon’s portfolio, and Mr. Kalishman is handling some duties in a temporary capacity. The superintendent said the district has prepared transition materials and a multi‑round interview schedule to ensure continuity of grants, curriculum and student services.
Members welcomed the process and said they plan to publicly recognize Dr. Bacon at the committee’s next meeting. The committee emphasized the importance of continuity in grant management and instructional programs while the search continues.
What’s next: First‑round interviews are scheduled next week; the committee expects additional rounds and will receive updates as finalists are selected.
