DECATUR, Ill. (WICS) — In a heartfelt announcement, Dr. Rochelle Clark announces her decision to retire from her position with the Decatur Public School District at the end of her 30th term on June 30, 2026, her contract expiration date. announced. – 2 years of education.
“This is a full circle for me. I started my career here in central office and I’m retiring here. It’s bittersweet,” Dr. Clark said. “Nevertheless, I know that I am leaving the district in very capable hands.” Among other duties leading the district, two main goals are to improve the strategic plan known as Roadmap 2030. To continue the work and prepare for the upcoming opening of Dansby Magnet School. “While I feel it’s important to let the community know of my intentions, I don’t want the focus to be on what’s most important: the children,” she added.
Dr. Clark looks forward to spending more time with his grandchildren and traveling once his term ends. “I will continue to be #DPSPROUD!” she declared.
DPS Board of Education President Bill Clevenger expressed the school board’s appreciation for Dr. Clark’s leadership. “The board is pleased with Dr. Clark’s leadership and wishes her well in her retirement. We know she will give DPS more than 100 percent throughout her retirement,” he said.
Mr. Clevenger further acknowledged the importance of remaining focused on the strategic initiatives that Dr. Clark is spearheading. “As Dr. Clark pointed out, we must remain steadfast in developing our strategic plan to open new magnet schools and continue to focus on academic performance. The goal here is student success. !”The board will discuss succession planning in the near future, but the district feels it has a good relationship with its current leadership. ”
