Anchorage, Evanston and Waynesboro advance superintendent searches

School boards in Anchorage, Evanston/Skokie District 65 and Waynesboro are advancing superintendent transitions. Anchorage will choose an interim leader from current district employees, with the appointment expected next month after Jharrett Bryantt leaves for a Virginia district; the interim will help maintain continuity as the board addresses the budget and plans a public-informed search for a permanent superintendent by the 2027-28 school year. District 65 is gathering community input on its search while facing proposed school closures and program cuts, and aims to name a superintendent by February for a July 2027 start. Waynesboro’s board is opening a 15-day interview period for candidates to replace Jeffrey Cassell, who plans to retire at the end of the year.