Dr. Pitts to retire; levy amounts to stay at 2012 levels

The Odessa School Board met January 23 in the high school library. The resignation of Odessa High School English teacher Dr. Duane Pitts was accepted, as he has declared his intention to retire at the end of the academic year after 42 years in education. He has already met with students to announce his retirement.

Superintendent Suellen White’s report included distribution of an informational brochure about the special levy election in February. The brochure details how the levy funds are used.

Regarding the TPEP (teacher/principal evaluation program), White said principal Ken Schutz has given...