Springs Appoints Interim Principal

The Springs School Board convened a special session Thursday morning to unanimously appointed Christopher Sarlo as interim principal.

Eric Casale, the current principal, will undergo spinal surgery on Jan. 6. He is expected to return to his post in February.

Mr. Sarlo was a principal of East Hampton High School and in 2005 served as the interim principal of the Springs School. As interim principal this time around, he will serve from Jan. 5 until Jan. 31.

“I would like to assure you that we fully anticipate a smooth transition, with absolutely no disruption in the students’ educational experience during this time,” Elizabeth Mendelman, the board president, wrote in an email to parents. “Given his track record and history in not only our district but the surrounding area as well, the board of education has the utmost confidence in Mr. Sarlo and his ability to serve the Springs community.”

The Springs School begins its two-week winter recess on Monday. Classes will resume on Jan. 5.