(KNZA)--A new superintendent has been hired for the Perry-Lecompton school district and he's a familar face.

According to a news release on the USD 343 web site, the Board of Education has unanimously approved a two-year contract with JB Elliott for the position.

Elliott has served as principal at Perry-Lecompton High School since 2006.

He began his career in education in 1994 as a biology teacher at Hoisington High School.  During his time as a teacher, he also coached football, softball and basketball.  In 2001, he was assigned as the school's athletic director and later principal for three years before joining the Perry-Lecompton school district.

Elliott will take over as superintendent July 1st, replacing Denis Yoder who is retiring after 9 years as superintendent and 29 years in the district.

Elliott and his wife, Casey, have three children who all attend Perry-Lecompton schools..