What we know about the SASD Superintendent situation

We know the Sparta Area School District board of education held a special meeting last Tuesday, the board had discussion and action to move toa closed session regarding an individual’s employment per Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility.

We also know that Dr. Amy Van Deuren, Superintendent of the Sparta Area School District sent a letter on Thursday to the Administrative team stating that she will be out of the office temporarily for personal reasons. Also in the letter she stated that any district related questions be directed to Sam Russ, Principal of Sparta High School.