Laura Bilden was hired as the principal for grades 6-12 when the Clayton Ridge School Board met in special session on Thursday, June 27. The hiring is contingent on her release by her current employer.
The action came following interviews with three candidates for the position, including Bilden, on June 24. She will replace Andy Peterson, who resigned to accept a position in Dubuque.
In other action on June 24, the board hired Lori Crum as business education teacher.