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Board names William "Bill" Harris principal for operations
Summary
The board approved a probationary administrator contract for William (Bill) Harris as principal for operations, effective March 16, 2026 (TAA Level G); colleagues praised his interim service and the board recorded an affirmative voice vote.
The Dexter Community School District Board of Education approved the appointment of William "Bill" Harris as principal for operations and authorized probationary administrator contracts beginning March 16, 2026 at TAA Level G, the chair announced during the March 18 meeting.
The packet included Harris’s resume and a recommendation noting his service as interim principal for operations since November 2025. Several board members and district staff praised Harris’s contributions during his interim tenure, describing him as a strong educator and community‑focused leader. One board member said, "He's a terrific educator and he's a better person," and urged support for moving to a longer‑term appointment.
Harris addressed the board, saying he felt "very honored and grateful to have the opportunity" and noting his experience in neighboring districts and his family’s ties to local schools. The board approved the motion by voice vote and congratulated Harris.
The authorization in the packet specified the start date and TAA level; details on salary or contract length beyond the probationary start were included in the packet but not read aloud in the meeting transcript.
