Nixon Elementary School Principal Announces Retirement

Superintendent of Schools Anne Wilson confirmed earlier this week in a letter to parents that General John Nixon Elementary School principal Joni Jay announced her retirement effective at the end of this school year.

"I am sorry to see Joni leave us but I am very happy for her as she takes this next step in her life's journey," Wilson told parents in the letter. "Joni, along with the Nixon team, has worked hard during her time in Sudbury and her leadership has contributed greatly to the success of Nixon school. I wish her the best as she retires and relocates to be closer to her extended family."

In addition, Wilson said in the letter that she plans to work with the community as Sudbury Public Schools looks to replace Jay.

Wilson scheduled two parent forums that will allow residents to give their input on what they hope to see in the school's next principal.

The first forum is scheduled for Wednesday, March 5, from 7-8 p.m. inside Nixon. The next session is slated for Thursday, March 6, at 9:15 a.m. during the regularly scheduled PTO meeting.

The superintendent said there will be additional opportunities for parents to take part in the process during the initial interview and finalist stages of the search.

"I look forward to meeting with you and hearing your thoughts regarding the desirable characteristics of the next principal at Nixon," said Wilson in her letter to parents. "We will work together to identify a strong candidate to join the Nixon family."