The Board of Education approves a one-year contract for the veteran educator to lead the district during the 2024-25 school year
VANCOUVER – Dr. Christine Moloney, a veteran educational leader with almost 30 years of experience, will serve as interim superintendent of Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) during the 2024-25 school year.
The EPS Board of Directors, by a 4-1 vote, approved a one-year contract for Dr. Moloney and introduced her at Tuesday’s Board meeting.
“I am honored and excited to be chosen as the Interim Superintendent of Evergreen Public Schools,” Dr. Moloney said. “As I researched Evergreen Public Schools, visited the area, and spoke to people about EPS, it became apparent that this was going to be a great fit for me – and my family.”
The hiring concludes a two-month search process following the announcement by John Boyd that he would retire as superintendent at the end of the 2023-24 school year. Superintendent Boyd concluded his two-plus years of service in EPS on June 30
”Dr. Moloney rose to the top during the interview process that included a strong pool of applicants,” the EPS Board said in announcing the hire to staff and families. “As a board, we are confident that she has the experience and skills to continue the work that Superintendent Boyd began during his tenure.”
A lifelong Washington resident, Dr. Moloney joins EPS after serving the last four years as superintendent for the Chehalis School District. She has served in multiple positions in schools and districts, including teacher, assistant principal, principal and chief academic officer. In addition to Chehalis, she has worked in the Puyallup, Bethel and Franklin Pierce school districts.
Dr. Moloney has earned multiple educational awards, including a Fulbright-Hays Scholarship from the U.S. Department of Education; a President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching from the City University of Seattle; and a Student Achievement Leadership Award from the Washington Association of School Administrators, which recognizes innovative programs that improve student achievement.
Dr. Moloney started her college career at a community college, earning an Associate of Arts at Pierce College, then earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Earth Science from Pacific Lutheran University. She holds multiple degrees and certifications from City University of Seattle, including a Master of Educational Leadership and Administration, Superintendent certification, and Doctor of Education.
Dr. Moloney and her husband David are the parents of a daughter who is in college and a son who will be a high school junior in the fall.
With the interim hire completed, the Board will focus on the search for a permanent superintendent. The process will begin with the Board hiring a search firm and will be conducted during the 2024-25 school year. It will include opportunities for staff, families and community members to participate and offer feedback.
Dr. Moloney will have the opportunity to apply for the permanent superintendent position, but she will need to participate in the full search process to be considered.
“I have a passion for education and a heart for students. I believe that strong positive relationships are the foundation of happiness and success for each student and important for a thriving school community. I am looking forward to building relationships in Evergreen Public Schools and utilizing my leadership and experience to build on the great things already in place here in EPS.”
Dr. Moloney
Information provided by the Evergreen School District.
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