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July 1 started a new month and was the day Will Nelson was sworn in as La Conner’s new school superintendent at a school board meeting called for that purpose. Board chair Susie Deyo called it a very special day, “obviously,” for the school district and for Nelson. She asked Lynette Cram, the longest serving board member, to administer the oath to Nelson.

“Excited” was the word most repeated Nelson said he was “super excited to be a part of the community here. I am excited to start the journey” with you. He promised to roll up his sleeves and get to work.

Deyo asked all board members to speak...