The North Platte Public School District Board of Education has named an interim Superintendent for the 2014/2015 school year.

In a news release Friday afternoon, the Board announced that they had come to terms with Dr. Larry Ramaekers.

At a Board meeting Thursday afternoon, the Board authorized President Kathy Phares to enter into negotiations with Dr. Ramaekers following an interview.  Ramaekers accepted the Board’s offer and will start July 28, following approval by the Board.

“Many members of the staff and administration were in attendance to gain insight on his background, character and professional career path,” Phares said.

Phares said it was evident that Dr. Ramaekers is a powerful communicator who is passionate about education.

She said the board believes his experience as a superintendent, as well as his profile as a leader in the Nebraska Council of School Administrators and the National Association of Secondary School Principals, will provide the district with the leadership needed to move forward as a team.

Ramaekers retired after nearly 40 years in education.  His last position was as Superintendent of Schools in Aurora, Nebraska.

The Board will continue to look for a full-time Superintendent to replace Marty Bassett, who resigned earlier this month.