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Board approves new superintendent contract
What happened
The Board approved Mel Rentschler’s superintendent contract beginning August 12, 2026, for two years through June 30, 2028, with a possible third-year extension after two effective evaluations.
Why it matters to families
The superintendent is the district’s top administrator, so this appointment affects leadership and districtwide operations.
The evidence
The August 12 special-meeting minutes record the contract’s start date, two-year term, and extension condition.
The source
August 12, 2026 special Board meeting minutesSee the full record for Reading Community Schools.
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