The Somers Board of Education holds its regular meeting on August 10, with the major agenda item being the appointment of Dr. Raymond H. Blanch as Superintendent of Schools. The proposed appointment is for a three year term under an employment agreement with an annual salary for the first year of $225,000.00.
As reported earlier in the Somers Spectator, the web site for Fox 21 in Colorado said this about Blanch around the time of his resignation:
Blanch has been in the district for nine years, serving as principal of Kilmer Elementary; executive director of Assessment, Research and Technology; assistant superintendent and superintendent of schools (since January 2007). Blanch was instrumental in creating a community-driven strategic vision for the district, guiding the educational decisions for students throughout the Tri-Lakes community.
When Blanch was hired as superintendent, the district faced a myriad of financial issues, and he successfully led the district from a deficit spending budget with minimal reserves to its current, positive financial position.
Blanch attributed his resignation to both personal and professional reasons. “I believe this is the best thing for my family at this point in time, and I wish all those in Lewis-Palmer the best in their pursuit of excellence.”
Read the Fox 21 story here.
The Board of Education agenda is here.
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