OVID, NY (607NewsNow) -The South Seneca School District has a new superintendent.

On February 12, the Board of Education (BOE) announced the hiring of Watkins Glen High School Principal Kyle Colunio.  Colunio brings more than 20 years of experience to the role. BOE President Peter Jennings calls Colunio a leader “who shares our district’s vision of academic success, community engagement, and student-centered growth.”

Colunio’s first day is March 8, 2025.

TST BOCES Superintendent Lily Talcott led search efforts. The former Ithaca City School District deputy superintendent recently led a successful superintendent search in Trumansburg and continues to aid Newfield in finding its newest top administrator.