Multiple U.S. School Boards Appoint Interim Superintendents Amid Leadership Changes

Several school districts across the United States are undergoing leadership changes marked by new interim superintendent appointments amid controversies and transitions. Quincy Public Schools appointed Lanty McGuire, a seasoned educator with over 35 years of experience, as interim superintendent starting January 2026, to succeed Cal Lee and prepare for a permanent replacement. Somerset County Public Schools named W. David Bromwell as interim superintendent following the departure of Dr. Ava Tasker-Mitchell, amidst legal and administrative disputes, with Bromwell bringing extensive leadership experience from his previous role in Dorchester County. Bromwell's appointment also comes amid financial scrutiny of Somerset schools, with an audit revealing significant violations. Meanwhile, Chesterfield County School Board selected psychologist Jenna Darby to replace former Chair Dot Heffron, focusing on educational equity and community engagement. These appointments reflect efforts to stabilize and guide school districts through periods of change and challenges.