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Lincoln Public Schools recognizes retirees totaling 496 years of service
Summary
The board honored retirees across the district, naming dozens of staff and noting a combined 496 years of service. Technology director Mark Gadowitz and multiple longtime teachers and support staff were specifically recognized.
The board recognized a group of retiring district staff whose combined tenure the Moderator said amounts to 496 years of service. The Moderator read names and roles, including Kristen Cartwright (speech language pathologist, 23 years), Shavon Reppia (library media specialist, 24 years) and Cynthia Quinn (art teacher, 25 years).
The Moderator also singled out Mark Gadowitz, the district technology director since 2001, for leading the transition from desktop labs to Chromebooks and supporting CTE program expansion. Colleagues praised other departing staff for mentorship, program leadership and long institutional knowledge.
Why it matters: The retirements represent personnel turnover that could affect program continuity in areas such as special education support, library/media services and technology operations. The district framed the recognitions as a moment to thank staff and highlight internal succession needs.
Looking ahead: Leaders encouraged continued institutional support for successors and noted the district will rely on existing staff and hiring where needed.
