LIBERTY — Marianne Serratore has been appointed interim assistant superintendent at Liberty Central School District, effective Oct. 4. She is expected to serve in that role through June 30 as a search for a new assistant superintendent is underway.

Serratore, a dedicated educator with 28 years of experience, has always championed the cause of student success, guided by a singular question: “What is best for children?” She began her career as a teacher in the Washingtonville School District, where she nurtured young minds, both in and out of the classroom, even taking a leave of absence to teach in a bilingual school in Cali, Colombia.

Transitioning into administration, Serratore served Valley Central School District for 21 years, initially as an assistant principal before becoming a well-respected elementary school principal for 15 years. During her tenure, she built a solid reputation as a student-centric, community-focused and academically rigorous leader.

In 2018, she  joined the Central Office team, initially as director of curriculum and instruction, and was later promoted to assistant superintendent. Over five years, she played a pivotal role in enhancing academic and social-emotional programs for students at all levels. Notably, she led the COVID-19 Task Force, ensuring the timely opening of schools in 2020 and creating a teacher-developed online educational program for K-12 students.

Upon her retirement from the Valley Central School District in the summer of 2023, Serratore was invited to assist San Miguel Academy in their mission to break the cycle of poverty through education. During her short time there, she made substantial improvements to their systems and overall culture, leaving a positive impact

Serratore is now thrilled to bring her varied experiences to the Liberty Central School District, where she remains deeply committed to supporting students, teachers, families and the entire community to the best of her ability.