Lincoln Board of Education to vote on LPS interim superintendent appointment [Video]

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – The Lincoln Board of Education will consider the appointment of John Skretta as Lincoln Public Schools’ interim superintendent during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14.

Skretta currently serves as the LPS associate superintendent for Civic Engagement, a position he began in July 2024.

As part of the consent agenda, the Board will vote on a contract amendment appointing Skretta as the LPS interim superintendent through June 2026. Board President Bob Rauner said this timeline will allow for the Board to complete a comprehensive superintendent search.

“We are fortunate at LPS to have a strong internal team of associate superintendents who are each qualified to step into this interim role,” Rauner said. “We thank Dr. Skretta for his willingness to serve in the interim role. He is a well known, award-winning Nebraska administrator with years of experience as a superintendent. He will be able to carry the work of …