Cary CCSD 26 board approves Dr. Sarah Cacciatore as next superintendent, hires assistant superintendent for special services
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The board approved a three-year superintendent contract for Dr. Sarah Cacciatore at $200,000 beginning July 1, 2026, and unanimously approved Dr. Kristen Bordenaro as assistant superintendent for special services starting the same date.
The Cary Community Consolidated School District 26 Board of Education on Monday approved Dr. Sarah Cacciatore as the district's next superintendent on a three‑year contract running July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, at an annual salary of $200,000.
Board materials described a comprehensive search that produced three finalists after screening 37 applicants; the board said it interviewed six candidates and narrowed the field to three finalists. The hiring recommendation noted Dr. Cacciatore's doctorate in curriculum leadership and a multi‑district background in curriculum, assessment and administration, including roles as assistant superintendent and deputy superintendent.
After the board vote, Dr. Cacciatore thanked trustees and said she was excited to join the district and meet staff and students.
The board also approved the contract for Dr. Kristen Bordenaro to serve as assistant superintendent for special services, beginning July 1, 2026. Administration described Bordenaro as a state‑approved director of special services with experience as a director in District 118 and background in special education administration and mental health counseling.
Both personnel actions passed during Monday's meeting; trustees asked few substantive follow-up questions before voting.