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Cromwell board votes to nonrenew two one‑year teaching contracts
Summary
Citing reduction in force and the temporary one‑year nature of those positions, the board voted to nonrenew contracts for Molly Pollack and Lillian Sturmer; the board said the action is contractual procedure and not tied to performance.
The Cromwell Board of Education voted on April 7 to nonrenew two one‑year contracts held by Molly Pollack and Lillian Sturmer, citing the positions’ one‑year status and a reduction in force. District staff and the acting superintendent described the action as routine contractual practice for one‑year positions and not a performance termination.
Michelle (personnel lead) explained the contractual mechanics: the district must nonrenew one‑year positions at the end of the term, then repost any opening as a permanent position if necessary so applicants may apply. The board discussed whether the two affected individuals would have chances to reapply and emphasized a desire to provide strong recommendations if openings arise.
Mister Schuman moved the nonrenewal motion and Mister Heisman seconded. The motion carried; one board member — recorded as Kelly — abstained.
Board members reiterated they valued the affected employees and encouraged them to apply for future openings; the superintendent’s office was directed to notify the affected staff in writing as required by contract.
