<|begin_of_text|><|begin_of_text|><|begin_of_text|>CHATHAM — Glenwood High School’s principal has given notice that he will resign June 30 after one year on the job.
Russell Tepen, 50, whose resignation was approved Thursday night by the Ball-Chatham School District<wm> 11 board of education through the superintendent. His resignation will mark the first of the top administrative positions being phased out in the district.
Tepen has served on two consecutive chairmen positions, leading the regional organization responsible for managing the district’s financial health and student development program.
Tepen has long been known for its leadership in student empowerment and community outreach initiatives and has implemented programs that target underrepresented student populations. His legacy continues through the construction of the East Chatham High School and renovations of</wm> the student center and student housing which he is overseeing.
Tepen served 34 years of experience