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flag Holyoke Public Schools appoints Jackie Glasheen, a longtime leader, as its first locally chosen superintendent since ending state receivership in 2025.

flag Holyoke Public Schools has selected Jackie Glasheen, a longtime district leader, as its new superintendent, marking the first locally chosen leader in over a decade since the state ended its receivership in July 2025. flag Glasheen, who has worked in the district since 1992 and served as assistant superintendent since May 2025, will take office in July following contract negotiations. flag She succeeds interim Superintendent Anthony Soto, who will remain as chief of finance and operations. flag The School Committee cited her deep community ties, experience, and commitment to student-centered change as key reasons for her selection. flag The appointment represents a major step in Holyoke’s effort to restore local control and rebuild trust after years of state oversight due to academic challenges.

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