St. Paul Public Schools board names preferred superintendent [Video]

ST PAUL, Minn. — The St. Paul Public School district board has voted unanimously to offer the superintendent job to Dr. Stacie Stanley.

Stanley is the current superintendent of Edina Public Schools.

“Dr. Stanley brings strong leadership experience and expertise in building relationships with the community, improving student outcomes and enhancing equity in diverse school districts,” said Board Chair Halla Henderson. 

The unanimous vote came after hours of debate and discussion on which of the three candidates – Stanley, Dr. Rhoda Mhiripiri-Reed, and Dr. Brenda Cassellius – would be better suited to lead the district in the future. Board members discussed who would put an emphasis on safety, rebuilding trust, an ability to consider their budget problems, and considering the needs of students.

According to the SPPS website, Dr. Stanley, “led the (Edina) …