Newark BOE president recognized for lifetime achievement
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Russ Harris, president of the Newark Central School District Board of Education, recently received a Level 4 Board Lifetime Achievement Award from the New York State School Board Association.
The recognition program consists of four achievement levels that are reached by accumulating points through state-mandated training workshops, the Board Officer’s Academy, legal workshops and conventions. Harris attended four roundtable sessions with the commissioner of education in Albany.
Superintendent Susan Hasenauer presented Harris with the NYSSBA plaque at a recent BOE meeting.
“NYSSBA’s recognition program is designed to acknowledge school board members who strive continually to expand their governance knowledge and skills,” she said. “I would like to congratulate Russ Harris for earning a Level 4 Board Lifetime Achievement Award. Thank you, Russ, for all of the time and dedication you p
Newark announces BOE candidate seminar
Wayne Post
Anyone thinking about running for one of four seats on the Newark Central School District Board of Education can participate in a virtual seminar on March 13.
According to President Russ Harris, the seminar will give “interested individuals the opportunity to have their questions answered by veteran BOE members, other school superintendents and attorneys from the region.”
Petitions must be filed with the district clerk by 5 p.m. April 19. The election will be held on May 18. Call 315-332-3203, email ed.gnau@newarkcsd.org or visit bit.ly/3e9siWp for information.
There will be a virtual Meet the Candidates Night on a later date.
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The Newark Central School District Board of Education has chosen Susan Hasenauer as the next Superintendent of Schools.
Hasenauer comes to the district with more than 27 years of educational experience, 16 of which came in leadership roles. She is joining the Newark CSD from the Brockport Central School District where she has served as the Assistant to the Superintendent for Elementary Instruction.
“We are very excited to welcome Ms. Hasenauer to the Newark Central School District,” said Board of Education President Russell Harris. “Through the search process, it was clear that Ms. Hasenauer’s vision and passion align with our district’s needs and culture. The experience and skills she brings will support and continue to grow our tradition of focusing on Every