(KNZA)--The Prairie Hills USD 113 Board of Education has accepted the retirement resignation of Superintendent Todd Evans.

The action followed an executive session Monday evening.

Evans has served as superintendent for the past 11 years. Prior to that, he served as Sabetha High School Principal for 15 years.

His resignation is effective June 30th.

Board President Leslie Scoby said in a release that while Evans leadership will be missed, the board is prepared to hire a candidate that will continue to build upon the good work that has been undertaken to serve the district's students.

Following the acceptance Evans' resignation, the USD 113 Board hired the Kansas Association of School Boards to facilitate the superintendent search process.

"Mr. Evans has assured us that he will assist with the transfer of leadership to make it as seamless as possible. We are fortunate to be in a situation where we have time to prepare and thoroughly research the position and the applicants to find the best fit to serve the students of USD 113." said Scoby

Scoby went on to say, "We are proud of the accomplishments that USD 113 has achieved during Mr. Evans' tenure."