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Board accepts Josh Sykes' resignation; opens applications to fill vacancy

Grand Island Public Schools Board of Education · January 8, 2026

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Summary

The board accepted the resignation of board member Josh Sykes, who is leaving the community. Applications to fill the vacancy will open immediately with a Feb. 9 deadline and an appointment expected at the Feb. 12 regular meeting, within the 45-day statutory window.

The Grand Island Public Schools Board of Education voted to accept the resignation of board member Josh Sykes at the Jan. 8 meeting after the superintendent reported receipt of a written resignation due to him leaving the community.

Superintendent Matt Fisher explained that once the resignation is accepted the board must fill the seat within 45 days. The governance committee advanced the application timeline; applications will be accepted immediately and are due by the close of business on Monday, Feb. 9. The board plans to interview candidates and make an appointment at the Feb. 12 regular meeting, which the administration said will satisfy the statutory timeline.

The motion to accept Sykes’ resignation passed without recorded discussion. The board did not name potential replacement candidates during the meeting and did not specify selection criteria other than following the governance committee’s application process.