ATHOL — The Athol-Royalston Regional School District superintendent is weighing his options after being chosen for an identical position in the Clinton public school system.
The Clinton School Committee voted 3-2 on Friday to offer a contract to Steven Meyer, who became ARRSD superintendent in July following two years as assistant superintendent. Meyer said he is conflicted about this decision and plans to enter contract negotiations with Clinton to determine if the move is right for him.
“This whole process has been about balancing my commitment to Athol-Royalston and my commitment to my family. Given the 3-2 vote, I believe that there are certain assurances I would need in a contract in order for me to feel that this position would truly be in the best interest of my family,” he said in a statement. “At this point, I have shared my contract expectations with the chair of the Clinton School Committee and I am waiting for their contract offer.”
Meyer previously said he started his career in Clinton as a math teacher and math department chairman.
Clinton School Committee Chairman Robert Ebstein, who voted in favor of Meyer, said he is impressed by Meyer’s devotion to children and mastery of scheduling. He referred to Meyer’s references as sterling.
“He’s our candidate,” Ebstein said. “I expect to sit down with him shortly (and) hash out the contract details.”
Meyer explained the Clinton School Committee earlier this month voted to designate Douglas Dias as its preferred candidate, but Dias withdrew.
A western Pennsylvania native, Meyer has worked in education for about 15 years. He said he has a doctorate in education, a master’s degree in mathematics for educators and a master’s in education and organizational management. He worked as an assistant principal and then principal in Winchendon before moving to Athol-Royalston.
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