Petersburg Pilot -

WRANGELL - The Wrangell Public School District announced the selection of Debbe Lancaster for the Superintendent position on Wednesday. She begins work on July 1.

The board arrived at its decision after a series of interviews and consultation with a selection committee. That committee, representing district staff, a parent and student, also had the opportunity to meet and interview the candidates.

Lancaster has reportedly accepted the district's offer, agreeing to a three-year salary which starts at $107,000 per year.

In the media release she is quoted as remarking: "It is an honor and a privi...