District DocumentJune 10, 2025

Contract Extension for Superintendent Dr. Kimberly McGrath Through June 2028

The official document

What the district published

This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.

Original PDF coming soon — check reedschools.org for the source document.

The translation

In plain English

What this document actually says

This is the third amendment to Superintendent Dr. Kimberly McGrath's employment contract, extending her term for three years from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028. Key terms include: an annual 3% salary increase (matching average teacher salary schedule increases) contingent on satisfactory performance evaluations; reimbursement for work-related expenses within budget; at least one mid-year review and one formal written evaluation annually; and termination provisions requiring 90 days notice and a super-majority vote (4 of 5 board members). If terminated without cause, Dr. McGrath would receive up to 12 months salary and health benefits. The board may extend the contract by one year annually based on satisfactory performance.

What this means for your family

This contract provides stability in district leadership through June 2028. Dr. McGrath will continue leading the district's educational programs, staff, and operations. Her salary increases mirror those of teachers (3% annually), ensuring consistency in compensation across the district. Families can expect continuity in district priorities and initiatives under her leadership.

Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.