Tekoa finds new superintendent in Palouse

TEKOA — On its website, the Tekoa School Board announced that the District’s following Superintendent selection is Mr. Mike Jones.

Succession is subject to the completion of contract negotiations and final board approval.

District Business Manager of Tekoa Schools District, Lisa Hass, stated that the change was due to Cordell’s retirement.

Jones will begin the half-time position on July 1, 2023, and will succeed Mr. John Cordell.

Jones is excited to work with Tekoa and to be able to continue to work in Palouse.

“It provides an opportunity for both of us to grow, and I look forward to it,” he s...