New Hanover County Schools interim superintendent has contract extended

NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — The man who has been leading New Hanover County Schools as its interim superintendent will remain in the role until next summer.

During the New Hanover County Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, a contract extension was announced for Dr. Chris Barnes.

After a vote of approval from the board, Dr. Barnes said, “I want what is best for the district just like all of you do.”

Barnes went on to say he’s “perfectly comfortable if the board finds someone that can take the district in the direction it needs to.”

Barnes’ extension will run through June of 20-25.

The Board of Education will continue its search for a superintendent.