SYLVANIA, Ohio — In the wake of Dr. Adam Fineske taking the helm of the Ottawa Hills Local Schools as its new superintendent, the Sylvania school district has named Jane Spurgeon as its interim superintendent.
During her tenure with Sylvania, Spurgeon has been a counselor, assistant principal, principal, director of human resources, and assistant superintendent from 2001-2016, and has continued a relationship with the district as a substitute principal.
"Ms. Spurgeon is highly respected by staff members, knows our district well, and will bring the organizational consistency necessary for the Board to focus on finding the right superintendent to fill the position permanently," a news release issued by the Sylvania district said Monday. "She has agreed to serve as interim superintendent, and her formal contract will be solidified as soon as possible. We are thrilled to have her as our educational leader for the 2019-2020 school year. Both parties understand this is only an interim position."
Fineske is leaving the Sylvania district on July 31, having served Sylvania for 19 years.
A firm will be hired to assist Sylvania in its search for a permanent superintendent. The district said it aims to have new leadership in place for the 2020-21 academic year.
