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Woodland Hills Welcomes New Interim Superintendent
23 Jul
Summary
- Denise Sedlacek appointed interim superintendent for Woodland Hills School District.
- Sedlacek brings 40 years of educational experience, including 33 as an administrator.
- Her appointment follows former superintendent Joe Maluchnik's leave and hearings.
The Woodland Hills School District has appointed Denise Sedlacek as its interim superintendent, effective Friday, July 24, 2026. This decision follows the leave and ongoing hearings regarding the conduct of former superintendent Joe Maluchnik.
Sedlacek possesses an impressive 40-year career in education, with 33 of those years spent as an administrator in western Pennsylvania. Most recently, she served as the interim superintendent for the Wilkinsburg School District. Prior to that, she retired in November 2024 after five years as the assistant superintendent and director of human resources for the Plum Borough School District.
The district expressed confidence in Sedlacek's leadership, noting her strategic vision and commitment to educational excellence. During her tenure as assistant superintendent, the district received notable state and national recognitions for innovation, including being named a "Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools" and a Google Reference District.
Ms. Karen Lyons, president of the Board of School Directors, welcomed Sedlacek, emphasizing her experience and collaborative style as ideal for leading the district through this transitional period. The board anticipates working with her to enhance student achievement and create new opportunities.
