Marysville superintendent candidates trimmed to six
Education, Local News, Marysville School Board
March 7, 2025

Marysville superintendent candidates trimmed to six

MHS Principal Ken Chaffin makes the cut

By Chad Williamson 

While the number of candidates applying to be Marysville’s next superintendent may appear low, it is not out of line with what the board of education was told to expect.

Only 11 individuals applied for the position when the application period ended in February. Officials hope to have the final cand...

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