Hanesworth, a software developer, is leaving her post early to focus more time on her work and her family.
“My time on the board has been incredibly rewarding, and I feel privileged to serve this community of students, staff, and educators,” said Hanesworth. “My work schedule has become more demanding, and I simply cannot devote the amount of time I feel a board director should, so I have decided to step down early.”
Hanesworth has served on the board since she was elected in November 2015. During her term, the board has received the statewide board of distinction seven times. She has served as board vice president, legislative representative, and on the district’s Strategic Planning Steering Committee. Hanesworth is particularly proud of the board’s work to oversee the high school construction project, updates to the math curriculum, hiring Superintendent Irish, and guiding the district through the coronavirus pandemic.
Hanesworth will be recognized at the January 19, 2023 school board meeting. The public is invited to attend and recognize her.
“I will miss Marilyn’s thoughtful approach to board policy and leadership,” said Board President Jennie Beltramini. “She makes decisions with the student experience at the core of all our work.”
Superintendent Justin Irish echoed many of Hanesworth’s qualities.
“Marilyn has been a steady leader for the district,” said Irish. “She has brought a historical context to our work that has been invaluable to me and our newer leaders.”