The Wahpeton School District appointed Rick Jacobson as the new superintendent on Monday. According to board President, Deb Mauch, they chose him because of his experience, as well as his background in finance.
Wahpeton was forced to find a new superintendent after Mike Connell, who currently holds the position, announced that he would be retiring at the end of the school year, after serving the district for 21 years.
Jacobson accepted the offer on Monday, and the district issued a two-year contract on Tuesday. He will assume the role as superintendent on July 1, and receive a salary of $105,000.
Jacobson was selected out of a group of five finalists, after hearing input from staff, teachers, students, as well as administrators.
Wahpeton is located 25 miles west of Fergus Falls, and serves nearly 1,200 students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
