An unexpected leadership change in Hamilton Southeastern Schools leads this week’s edition of Fridays with Larry.

In the March 6 podcast, I discuss the surprise resignation of HSE Superintendent Patrick Mapes. The announcement caught many in the Fishers community off guard, and almost immediately social media began filling with speculation about the reasons behind his decision. In the podcast, I caution listeners to take much of that speculation with a grain of salt while the school district works through the transition.

The timing of the resignation comes as the district faces several major developments. As the school board begins the search for a new superintendent, Hamilton Southeastern Schools will likely also be considering a funding referendum for the November ballot. That potential referendum is largely a response to changes enacted last year by the Indiana General Assembly that are affecting school district finances across the state. In addition, four of the seven seats on the HSE School Board will be up for election this November, meaning the coming months could be an important period for the future direction of the district.

I also briefly mention a separate podcast conversation I recently recorded with Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness about actions taken by the Indiana General Assembly this year that will impact the city.

My guests this week are Liz and Todd, who share the story of their two young children living with a rare medical condition. Thanks to advances in medical science and treatment, both youngsters are thriving. It’s an uplifting story about perseverance, family and the progress being made in modern medicine.

The Fridays With Larry podcast series is sponsored by Citizens State Bank.

You can listen to the March 6 edition of Fridays with Larry using the video or audio links here or below.