Ridgefield School District Superintendent Nathan McCann will be leaving his position next week, the district announced Wednesday, Aug. 9.
The RSD Board of Directors and McCann have agreed to part ways, a district release stated. The district accepted McCann’s resignation effective Aug. 15.
The district and McCann “have determined that, through the fault of neither party, Dr. McCann’s significant skill, knowledge and experience are not the best match for the present needs of the district,” the release stated.
McCann began as superintendent for RSD in July 2014. The School Board thanked him for his service, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and wished him future success, according to the release.
In a statement within the release, McCann said he was thankful for a near decade-long opportunity to work with school staff, as well as past and present board members.
“Ridgefield is truly a special community, and I’m excited to see what lies ahead for our schools,” McCann said.
District Assistant Superintendent Chris Griffith will serve as interim superintendent following McCann’s departure, the release stated. The board will select a consulting firm to lead the district’s search for a permanent replacement in the coming weeks and months.
