The USD 447 Board of Education votes to remove Travis Githens as superintendent.

The decision came during the board’s meeting last night, where the vote was unanimous to end the contract with Githens, effective immediately. In a message to district families, Board President Gina Booe says the district is now focused on determining both short-term and long-term leadership plans. Those decisions are expected to be shared in the coming weeks.

No additional details about the decision were released, citing employee privacy and confidentiality laws. District officials say day-to-day operations will continue, and families with questions are encouraged to contact their student’s teacher or principal.