A new administrative intern position is coming to the district as part of a leadership development effort intended to prepare future administrators. After considerable discussion about staffing priorities and long-term planning, board members approved the measure by a split vote.Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Operations Scott Guilkey noted the position would shift an existing staffing allocation rather than add a new employee to the district’s budget. The role was piloted at the high school during the 2025-26 school year, with one teacher splitting classroom duties and administrative responsibilities. Under the approved plan, that position will transition to a full-time administrative intern without backfilling the teaching portion, meaning no additional staff will be added. The position will remain on the teacher salary schedule with 10 additional contract days completed prior to the August teacher report date.“It is shifting a p...