Carlson talks district challenges, new leave policy

Havre Public Schools Superintendent Andy Carlson discussed replacing vacant school district positions, the challenges of keeping personnel and the new teacher leave policy.

After Tuesday’s Board of Trustees meeting, Carlson said no one has been interviewed for the position of assistant principal at Havre High School yet. The district will wait until incoming principal Mike Haugen comes to town, which is Thursday. Carlson said it makes sense that Haugen would have input as to who will fill the position.

When asked if outgoing assistant principal Kipp Lewis’ departure was unexpected, he replied...