Vandalia Schools Superintendent Neavin to retire

Brad Neavin, superintendent of Vandalia-Butler City Schools

Brad Neavin, superintendent of Vandalia-Butler City Schools

Vandalia-Butler City Schools Superintendent Bradley Neavin will retire effective July 31.

»RELATED: 5 things to know about how teachers are paid

Neavin’s announcement came as part of the information regarding the board of education’s next meeting, which is Tuesday.

Board members then are expected to vote on Neavin’s resignation for the purpose of retirement as well as the appointment of Rob O’Leary as assistant superintendent.

»RELATED: Development plans for Vandalia’s old Morton school move forward

O’Leary is currently serving the district as the director of pupil services and human resources.

Neavin’s retirement comes after a 32-year career in education as a teacher, high school assistant principal, elementary principal, high school principal and superintendent.

»RELATED: School board president dies at UD game

Neavin has served as superintendent since 2013, when he succeeded Christy Donnelly. Neavin signed a three-year extension in 2016 that would have expired in July, 2019.

About the Author