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Board and community honor superintendent Mary at final Hanover meeting
Summary
Board members, staff and a public commenter offered tributes to Mary on her final Hanover Community School Corp meeting; Mary reflected on teamwork and said she was confident in Phil as her successor.
Board members used the June 16 meeting to honor an administrator identified in the transcript as Mary as she prepares to leave the district. A public commenter introduced as "Mister Cowder" thanked Mary for her friendship and for decades of service to the community, saying he appreciated her leadership and personal support.
Board members and staff gave multiple tributes during the board-comment portion. One board member praised Mary’s support for staff and said, "You've been the best I've been able to enjoy," and another said she had "41 years in education, 11 at Hanover," reflecting on Mary’s lengthy career in the district. Several speakers emphasized Mary’s focus on putting students first and on leaving the district in a better place.
Mary responded to the remarks with a short address thanking staff and the board and noting the strength of the district’s administrative team. "I have a tiny administrative team who I'm so grateful for because I really believe you're only as good as the people around you," she said. She added, "I feel really good that Phil's taken over because I know he values the same things I value," indicating confidence in the leadership transition.
The remarks at the meeting were tributes and not formal board actions. The board did not record any vote related to personnel changes during the remarks; official records should be consulted for personnel decisions or transition details.
