Jackson Milton superintendent is leaving

NORTH JACKSON — Jackson-Milton Board of Education approved the resignation of Superintendent Warne “Buck” Palmer, for retirement effective July 31, after eight years of service as superintendent to the district.

“It’s been a great opportunity for me and a privilege to work here,” Palmer said after Thursday‘s meeting. “It’s been all good.”

He didn’t detail his reasons for resigning, other than citing family commitments and a desire to pursue other opportunities.

Applications to fill the post will be available Feb. 29, with interviews to take place in April. A recommendation for a new superintendent could be made at the board’s meeting in May, Palmer noted.

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