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Less than a year after he was hired, the Hood Canal School Board has accepted the resignation of Superintendent Jose-de-Jesus Melendez.

The district announced the decision Monday in a news release and legal notice.

"He will complete the remainder of his contract on administrative leave," Susan Vining, the district's executive assistant wrote in the news release. "We appreciate his service to the district and wish him well."

Vining added, "There is still work to be done, children to teach and goals to be realized. Our board will ensure that our school administrators, staff, families and stud...