Centennial Board Approves Lucabaugh as Superintendent

The Centennial School Board in Warminster, Pennsylvania, narrowly approved Dr. Abram Lucabaugh as superintendent in a 5-4 vote, despite strong opposition from community members and some board members. Critics highlighted Lucabaugh's controversial leadership at Central Bucks School District, including policies banning Pride flags, book censorship, an ACLU federal complaint over alleged LGBTQ+ discrimination, and a $700,000 severance payout after a Democratic board took control. Many residents protested, citing a lack of transparency and fear of similar policies at Centennial, though Lucabaugh assured he would not bring those policies with him. Supporters argued that previous policies were board decisions, not Lucabaugh's alone, and board president Mary Alice Brancato stated, 'We are not Central Bucks.' The divisive appointment has intensified concerns about politicization and transparency in the district. Lucabaugh will succeed retiring superintendent Dana T. Bedden.