Two Candidates Advance in Gering Schools Interim Superintendent Search

Gering Public Schools Board of Education to interview finalists in public meeting next week.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:39am

The Gering Public Schools Board of Education has selected two finalists to interview for the interim superintendent position for the 2026-27 school year. The candidates are Dr. Kory Knight, the district's Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and Michael Apple, the Superintendent of Conestoga Public Schools. The public interviews will be held during a special board meeting on April 7.

Why it matters

The selection of an interim superintendent is a critical decision for the Gering school district, as it will provide leadership continuity during a transitional period. The public interview process allows for transparency and community engagement in the decision-making.

The details

After reviewing the two applications received, the Gering Public Schools Board of Education decided to move both candidates forward in the process to fill the interim superintendent role for the 2026-27 school year. The board will hold public interviews with Dr. Kory Knight and Michael Apple on April 7 at 1:00 p.m. in the Gering High School Library.

  • The board meeting to review applications was held on Tuesday, March 31.
  • The public interviews will take place on Tuesday, April 7 at 1:00 p.m.

The players

Dr. Kory Knight

The Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Gering Public Schools.

Michael Apple

The Superintendent of Conestoga Public Schools.

Gering Public Schools Board of Education

The governing body responsible for selecting the interim superintendent for the district.

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What’s next

The Gering Public Schools Board of Education will conduct the public interviews on April 7 and then make a decision on the interim superintendent appointment.

The takeaway

The transparent and inclusive process used by the Gering Public Schools Board of Education to select an interim superintendent demonstrates their commitment to community engagement and ensuring a smooth leadership transition for the district.