Winchester High School Names Replacement for Ex-Principal Sean Kiley

Sean Kiley’s time as principal at Winchester High School is officially over. Superintendent of Schools Judith Evans has named an interim headmaster, according to a statement released on Tuesday.

Evans’ statement read as follows:

“I am writing to let you know that Sean Kiley and the Winchester Public Schools have agreed to a separation of service from his position as principal of Winchester High School, effective August 31, 2015, so that he may attend to family concerns,” wrote Evans. “Mr. Kiley will not be returning to the district. He thanks the Winchester High School teachers, staff and building administrators as well as the students, parents, and community members who have provided support and encouragement in the past year. The district thanks Mr. Kiley for his service to students and families and wishes him well in future endeavors.”

Lynch Elementary School’s principal Christine Kelley will step in as the high school’s interim leader, according to Evans. Kelley has nearly 10 years of experience working as a principal.

“I am grateful to Christine Kelley; with much enthusiasm she has accepted the role of interim principal position at Winchester High School for the 2015-2016 school year. Many of you may know Mrs. Kelley as the outstanding principal of Lynch Elementary School for the past five years,” Evans said.

Evans announced Kiley’s resignation back on August 12. Kiley publicly denied ever stepping down as principal.

No official reason has been released regarding Evans’ sudden decision to move on from Kiley. Kiley, who had a contract good through June of 2017, has not opened up on the matter either.