Dr. McCann to Retire at the End of the Year

The following was provided by the Hendrick Hudson School District: The Board of Education of the Hendrick Hudson Central School District announces that Dr. Daniel McCann, Superintendent of Schools, has informed the Board of his intention to retire at the close of the 2011-12 academic year.

“Since 2006, Dr. McCann has served our District with distinction and honor. He has worked diligently to achieve the District's mission of maximizing student potential in a "dynamic, supportive and innovative educational community," remarked Board of Education President Marion Walsh.

During his tenure, Dr. McCann has worked with the Board to help to create a school district with a robust academic program that provides exceptional opportunities to all students. While doing this, he has instituted a responsible fiscal plan to place our district on stable financial ground as we move forward. 

“The commitment to the District’s Strategic Plan stands out as one of Dr. McCann’s most lasting accomplishments,” said Walsh.  “The Strategic Plan, which aspires to a culture of the highest expectations for all, has helped to guide our district,” she said, “while establishing priorities and goals to improve our schools to increase student achievement.” 

“I am most proud of the performance of our students. In the classroom, on the stage, and on the athletic field our children have excelled… Lastly, I reflect back on a successful career; one defined by working with an extraordinary group of people who made the tough times easier, the good times brighter, and each day a pleasure. It has been a privilege to serve the people of Hen Hud. I will be forever thankful,” said McCann.

“On behalf of the Board of Education, we thank Dr. McCann for his years of service and for always putting our students first,” said Walsh. “We will miss his dedication, commitment and leadership and wish him the best in retirement.”

The Board of Education will be instituting a diligent, thorough search for a new Superintendent of Schools. There will be no gap in leadership as the Board undertakes this very important task of selecting our next academic leader. “We remain committed to ensure that our students receive an excellent education in a fiscally prudent manner,” concluded Walsh.

Please stay tuned to the District website for important announcements on the Board’s search. 

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