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Board names Dr. Dana Smith next superintendent of Palatine CCSD 15, to start July 1
Summary
The board selected Dr. Dana Smith, currently superintendent at Flossmoor School District 161, to lead Palatine CCSD 15 beginning July 1, 2026; Dr. Smith highlighted experience in elementary settings and transition plans.
The Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15 board announced Feb. 4 that it selected Dr. Dana Smith as the district’s next superintendent, with an official start date of July 1, 2026.
Board members said Smith demonstrated qualities the community prioritized in the superintendent search — experience across classroom, school and district leadership; equity-focused…
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