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Board thanks Superintendent Ken Collins at his final Lake Stevens meeting; 580 graduates celebrated
Summary
At his final scheduled board meeting before retirement, Superintendent Ken Collins was honored by board members and student representatives; directors praised his 40-year career and leadership as they also celebrated 580 Lake Stevens High School graduates.
The Lake Stevens School Board used its June 12 meeting to recognize Superintendent Ken Collins’s tenure as this was his final board meeting before retirement. Board members expressed gratitude for Collins’s leadership during challenging years, including the pandemic.
Director David Iseminger commended Collins for "establishing strong continuity and direction" during difficult periods. Director Paul Lund told Collins, "you truly knocked it out of the park," praising his respect for people and ability to handle difficult issues. Director Vildan Kirby highlighted Collins’s 40-year dedication to education and said it has been an honor to serve with him.
Student Advisory Council representatives also spoke: SACo President Riley Boerger, SACo Vice President Aashisiri Bendalam and SACo Secretary Yostina Mosa offered congratulations and expressed appreciation. The board also noted there were 580 Lake Stevens High School graduates this year; several directors called graduation the season’s highlight.
Why it matters Leadership transitions in school districts can affect continuity and community relationships; the board’s public gratitude and tributes reflect institutional recognition of Collins’s multi-decade service.
What’s next The board held a scheduled executive session later in the meeting; minutes record no action taken following that session.
