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Board says superintendent search will start in August–September; interim support announced
Summary
The William Penn School District board said its superintendent search will begin between August and September 2026 and that the current superintendent, Dr. Beacotz, will continue in a supporting role while the board finalizes a search firm and timeline.
The William Penn School District board told the public on July 27 that it expects the formal superintendent search to begin between August and September 2026. The board president said the board and superintendent "have collaboratively worked together to ensure a seamless transition of leadership," and that Dr. Beacotz "has agreed to continue to support the district as we work through the process to identify the next superintendent."
During public comment and later in the meeting, staff clarified that the board had not yet formally engaged a search firm but that proposals are already in; the president said the board expects to solidify the firm "around August 2026" and will provide a detailed timeline to staff and the community once that happens. A public commenter asked whether a previously approved, no‑cost engagement remained in effect; staff replied the board had not formally engaged any firm. The meeting notice lists the next business meeting as Aug. 24, 2026, and the board said it would update the public on the search timeline at that time if available.
