LaTisha Williams/Credit: Riverside USD 114

(KNZA)--The third and final candidate for the superintendent position at Riverside USD 114 was interviewed Wednesday evening.

LaTisha Williams, currently principal of Atchison High School, brings 25 years of experience in education, most of it with Atchison Public Schools.

District officials say Williams’ leadership has focused on improving graduation and attendance rates, implementing data-driven instructional practices, and expanding student opportunities through Career and Technical Education programs, student voice initiatives, and increased community engagement.

The other two finalists interviewed by the Riverside Board of Education were Rhonda Frakes, principal of Jefferson West High School, and Robert Reed, superintendent and Pre-K through sixth grade principal at Hodgeman County USD 227.

The new superintendent will replace Jennifer Gatz, who is stepping down at the end of the school year to pursue another professional opportunity. Gatz has served in the position for the past three years.