Board appoints Riley Walker to world language (French) probationary position

The board approved the appointment of Riley Walker to a probationary position in the world language tenure area, effective Sept. 1, 2026, with a tentative probationary period ending Aug. 31, 2030 (subject to statutory provisions). The appointment specifies that tenure depends on receiving qualifying annual professional performance review ratings during the probationary period.

Superintendent remarks explained the district’s hiring process and candidate vetting, noting that Walker was recommended after a search that produced finalists. The superintendent said Walker was currently teaching part time in another district and comes recommended; trustees welcomed the appointment and the board voted to approve the motion. The superintendent noted Walker was pursuing a master’s program and was not present at the meeting.

Board discussion also returned to the earlier public comment about the German program; trustees reiterated that staffing and certification availability shaped the decision to pursue a French hire for program sustainability. The motion to appoint Walker carried without an individual roll-call listed in the transcript.