Bethel-Tate Local Schools superintendent announces resignation

BETHEL, Ohio —

The superintendent of Bethel-Tate Local Schools is resigning.

According to the district, Melissa Kircher will step down on Jan. 3.

The board of education accepted the move at Tuesday night’s meeting.

In a statement, the district said Kircher helped lead “through years of change, challenges and progress, always with a focus on serving students, families and the Bethel-Tate community.”

A reason was not given for her resignation. The district says it will share more about leadership when it becomes available.