MARYSVILLE—At its regular session board meeting on March 3, 2025, the Marysville School District Board of Directors appointed Dr. Deborah Rumbaugh as interim superintendent, effective immediately, following the resignation of Dr. David Burgess. Dr. Rumbaugh will be administered the oath of office at the next regular session board meeting on March 17, 2025.
“I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve as superintendent in the Marysville School District,” said Dr. Rumbaugh. “I look forward to further getting to know our students, families, staff, and the Marysville and Tulalip communities, and working side by side to continue the important work Dr. Burgess has begun. Thank you, to the Board of Directors, for your confidence in me to serve as the next leader of the Marysville School District. I look forward to the opportunity and the work ahead.”
Through her school consolidation work, Dr. Rumbaugh has established relationships with staff, principals, the school board, families, and community members. She and her family are deeply invested in the Marysville community.
Dr. Burgess, who served as superintendent for the past six months, announced his decision to step down at the board meeting, citing his desire to return to retirement and spend time with family.Â
“The school board thanks Dr. Burgess for his dedication, commitment, and service to the district’s students, staff, and community during some of its most challenging times. We are thankful to have Dr. Rumbaugh step in and continue the path forward. Her knowledge and expertise will serve the district well,” said Connor Krebbs, President of the Board of Directors.
In a heartfelt message to the board, staff, and community, Dr. Burgess shared: “It has been a privilege to serve the Marysville School District’s students, families, staff, and the Marysville and Tulalip communities; however, the district requires a long-term leader, and at this stage of my life, I’m looking forward to returning to retirement. I want to thank the board for giving me the opportunity to serve my community as superintendent.”
When Dr. Burgess began, he set three goals:
- Control spending during the school year so the district would have a positive ending fund balance which that district is on its way to accomplish.
- Establish a multi-year plan to help the district move out of Binding Conditions
- Solve the lack of continuity in leadership
“I am thrilled to say we have an incredible candidate ready to replace me. I wholeheartedly encourage the board to employ Dr. Deborah Rumbaugh as the next superintendent. I am confident that under her leadership, the district will be able to continue the important work in place and thrive,” said Burgess.
Dr. Burgess’ decision to step down now allows the Board to appoint Dr. Rumbaugh who will continue the progress getting the district back on track.
“Dr. Deborah Rumbaugh is that leader. Her experience as a superintendent, coupled with her deep understanding of Washington State education law, rules, regulations, instructional requirements, and school district funding, and her current work on our school consolidation plan, makes her uniquely qualified to lead this district forward,” said Dr. Burgess.
Burgess committed to “help and support” when he can and truly appreciated the students and staff of the Marysville School District.
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