UCSD Superintendent granted leave of absence
The Utica City School District Board of Education granted Dr. Christopher Spence a leave of absence effective immediately, with Dr. Kathleen Davis returning as interim superintendent until July 31. The vote was 6-0, though one board member abstained due to concerns over the process, and no official reason for Spence’s leave was disclosed.
The Utica City School District Board of Education approved a leave of absence for Superintendent Dr. Christopher Spence during a special meeting on June 3. Effective immediately, Spence’s leave will last until July 31, with no reason provided for the decision. Dr. Kathleen Davis, who previously served as superintendent, will temporarily replace Spence during his absence. The board voted 6-0 to approve the leave and Davis’ interim appointment, though board member Donald Dawes abstained, citing dissatisfaction with how the process was handled. Dawes did not elaborate further when contacted by local news outlets. Davis addressed parents in a letter, emphasizing her commitment to ensuring a smooth transition for students entering the 2026-2027 school year. She noted that existing support systems would remain in place to assist students. Local news outlets, including WUTR/WFXV and CNYHomepage.com, have reached out to the school district, Spence, and his attorney, Nate Kuzma, for additional details. The story remains under development, with updates expected as more information becomes available.
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