Rewerts to retire at end of year from Libby High School

The Western News

    Rik Rewerts, principal at Libby High School who has served the students of Libby for 32 years in various capacities, tendered his resignation Monday to District 4 Board members, which they accepted. He will finish the year in his current position.

   Rewerts’ retirement letter was presented on an overhead projector and read by Superintendent K.W. Maki.

   “First and foremost, I need to thank my staff for their professionalism and support during my administrative tenure,” Maki read from Rewerts’ letter. “They have been great. Libby is very fortunate to have many dedicated, caring teachers and support personnel. It has been a privilege to work with them.”

   Rewerts’ letter cited the challenges that lie ahead for the district while adding the many accomplishments achieved in the face of declining enrollment.

  He thanked his “administrative cohorts,” specifically mentioning Vice Principal and Athletic Director Jim Germany “who have worked diligently to make our schools great.”

   Rewerts completed the letter with a salutation that stated “See you at the lake!” before completing the letter with his signature.

   Board members unanimously accepted the resignation, wishing Rewerts the best in retirement.

   The board also approved a one-year contract extension for Maki with a 4-3 vote.

   This spring, the district will present a tax-increase request — a mill levy vote. On May 7, voters will cast ballots for two board members. The terms of current Board President Tracy Comeau and Les Nelson are expiring.

   Neither has indicated whether they will seek re-election.