The Cardington-Lincoln School District Board of Education announced it has selected Mr. Todd Spinner as its next Superintendent of Schools. Mr. Spinner assumed the role of Superintendent on August 1, 2024.

 

“Mr. Spinner brings an impressive list of credentials, leadership experience, and a proven track record of success to our district,” said Board of Education President Matt Clinger. “We believe his experiences and leadership style, including a focus on school and community spirit, will help our district maintain the positive momentum we’ve gained and continue to build upon our tradition of excellence.”

 

Mr. Spinner presently serves as the Berlin High School Principal, for the Olentangy Local School District. Prior to that experience, he was the Westerville Central High School Principal, for the Westerville City Schools. He brings professional experience as a classroom teacher where he taught English at Dublin Scioto High School, while coaching baseball and football. Mr. Spinner holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and Interpersonal Communication from Ohio Dominican University and a Master's Degree in Policy and Leadership from The Ohio State University. When not in the school district, his hobbies include working out, reading, and spending time with his family.

 

“I’m both thrilled and humbled at being named the Superintendent of the Cardington-Lincoln Local schools. To be given the opportunity to lead a school district with such a positive reputation as Cardington is very special,” said Mr. Spinner. “I can tell you, the Board of Education and everyone involved in the process were amazing, and I am very excited to be here! Building relationships, strengthening the culture, and collaborating with the school community and all stakeholders will be a big priority. Student achievement will remain a focus while working alongside the students, staff, parents, and Board in an effort to keep Cardington moving in the right direction. I look forward to meeting, getting to know, and learning from the people in our school community who have made our district as successful as it is today.”

 

The Board of Education voted on Mr. Spinner’s contract during a special Board meeting at 6 p.m. on February 28, 2024, in the Cardington-Lincoln High School Library.