School cannot hire a school psychologist; special ed director job still open

What happened

In August 2026 the superintendent reported that the school could not hire a school psychologist, even after posting part-time and full-time jobs, and signed a contractor instead. The new special education director job got no applications and is still open.

Why it matters to families

A school psychologist does the testing needed for special education services, so the school must have one. With special education costs rising fast, having no director means this work stays with the superintendent and contractors.

The evidence

The August 19, 2026 minutes say the school psychologist job was posted through early August as part-time and full-time without a hire, that the school contracted with a provider, and that the special education director position had no applications and remains vacant. The June 17 minutes say the first candidate declined.

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