Charlotte King Is the School Superintendent in Winchendon
The Winchendon School Committee signed a 3 year contract with Charlotte King which goes until 2029 with a base salary of $178,500. King has worked for the Winchendon School District for about 3 years serving in such roles as Dean of Students at Toy Town Elementary and Director of Pupil Services. About a year ago, King was given the job of Assistant Superintendent. Now she has the top job. Gardner Magazine has the AUDIO of the School Committee meeting of January 8th. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
In other matters, The Winchendon School Committee meeting held on January 8, 2026, focused on district updates, financial planning, and leadership stability. A student representative outlined several community service initiatives including hygiene drives and fundraisers, while the superintendent reported on holiday events, a free flu clinic, and progress on building renovation projects. The primary discussion centered on the preliminary FY27 budget, which faces significant challenges due to rising special education costs, decreasing federal grants, and a reliance on local funding despite level-funded supplies.
