COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — Dr. Leslie Ricciardelli has been selected as the new Superintendent of Collier County Public Schools (CCPS).
The Collier County School Board voted 3-2 in favor of Dr. Ricciardelli on Wednesday night.
Dr. Ricciardelli has been serving as the Interim Superintendent of CCPS since December 13, 2022. A Naples native, she has been working in education for just over 28 years.
“I think it went well in terms of what the community had to say and ultimately the decision that was made I think is in the interest of our students in Collier County. It’s not an official hire until we get through the contract negotiations,” said Kelly Lichter, Collier County School Board Chairwoman.
The school board will discuss contract terms and start date for Dr. Ricciardelli at its next regular school board meeting on May 9.