This post was created on 11/20/2024.

On November 19, 2024, Dr. John Legg was officially sworn in as Superintendent of Pasco County Schools. With a focus on student success, innovation, and community partnership, the veteran educator is excited to work with staff districtwide to serve the educational needs of Pasco’s families. 

"I am honored to work alongside this incredible group of leaders," said Dr. Legg. "Their experience and dedication to our community will be invaluable as we build a future centered on student success, both in the classroom and in life."

In a key appointment, Dr. Legg has named Betsy Kuhn as Deputy Superintendent. A respected leader with a proven track record in education and district operations, Kuhn brings invaluable expertise to this role. Her leadership will be essential as the district works to elevate academic outcomes and support a collaborative vision for Pasco County Schools.

To guide his administration’s transition, Dr. Legg has established a Community Conversation Group composed of distinguished community leaders, including educators, parents, local business leaders, and education advocates. The group will meet over the coming months, offering perspectives on educational priorities to ensure a high-quality education for all Pasco students. Members of the conversation group include:

• Allen Altman, Former Pasco School Board member

•  Mark Barry, The ARC Nature Coast

• Stacey Anne Capogrosso, Pasco Education Foundation

• Jim Ciadella, Retired United School Employees of Pasco Member

• Bill Cronin, Pasco Economic Development Council

• Curtis Delaquil, ACE Mentoring Program

• Dawn Enright, Parent Involvement Coordinator, small business owner

• Daniel Farra, Family First Council

• Leanne John, 2024 Teacher of the Year

• Hope Kennedy, North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce

• Chris Letsos, Big Brothers Big Sisters

• Sean McGarvey, Pasco County Library System

• Lindsay Moore, Pasco Sheriff's Office

• Mike Moore, Grace Family Church

• Denise Nicholas, Pasco County PTA Advocates

• Ray Polk, Academy of the Farm

• Dr. Daniel Powell, Pasco-Hernando State College

•  Maria Reza, BayCare Health System

• Jerome Salatino, Career Source Pasco Hernando

• Eugene Scott, African American Club

• Sally Seymour, HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital

• Catalina Vasquez, Moffitt Cancer Center

• MollyAnn Zimmerman, Home School/Florida Realtors/Bridging Freedom

The community group’s insights will lay the groundwork for stronger schools to help support our students and their families.